Senior Automation Engineer (F/M) - Full-time, Auckland

About the role

Alstef Group, which designs, integrates and maintains turnkey automated solutions for airports, intralogistics and parcel handling, is recruiting a Senior Automation Engineer for its Auckland-based Automation team. The role provides senior technical expertise on the design, development and implementation of BHS automation solutions, working closely with project teams, engineers, customers and other stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Design and develop PLC, HMI and SCADA solutions
• Take ownership of work across multiple stages of the project lifecycle
• Develop and review control system architectures, software and technical specifications
• Complete factory testing, system testing and commissioning
• Troubleshoot complex automation and controls issues, including in operational environments
• Work with Project Managers and other disciplines to identify technical challenges and risks
• Communicate progress, issues, risks and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Engage directly with clients to understand requirements and resolve issues
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and help improve standards, tools and engineering processes

Required profile

• Significant experience in industrial automation, control systems or systems integration
• Relevant engineering qualification, ideally in Electrical, Mechatronics, Software, Computer Systems or a related discipline
• Experience taking automation solutions through design, development, testing and commissioning
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability
• Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly and work collaboratively under pressure
• Flexibility to travel domestically and internationally when projects require it
• Baggage handling, materials handling or logistics automation experience is preferred, but other complex industrial automation backgrounds are welcome

Required skills

• PLC, HMI and/or SCADA development on relevant automation platforms
• Understanding of industrial networks, operating systems and integrated control environments