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Automation Engineer
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Design and size instrumentation, review EIC documentation, prepare engineering drawings, support FAT/SAT and site commissioning, and supervise instrumentation suppliers for waste-to-energy projects.
About this role
Automation Engineer
Welcome to Kanadevia Inova, a global innovation leader in the waste infrastructure space, where we believe in creating a sustainable future through technology and innovation.
Transforming Waste into Value
At Kanadevia Inova, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of waste-to-X technology. We are not just waste managers; we are creators of value from what communities discard. Your role at Kanadevia Inova directly contributes to turning something once considered useless - waste - into something invaluable: energy, heat, hydrogen, fertilizer, and beyond..
Find out more about Kanadevia Inova at www.kanadevia-inova.com.
- Design and size instrumentation, including hook-up drawings and instrument sketches
- Review and approve EIC documentation issued by instrumentation suppliers/manufacturers
- Prepare and review engineering drawings (instrument location plans, cable & JB schedules, routing layouts, installation details, interconnection diagrams)
- Support FAT/SAT participation and provide site support during instrumentation erection and commissioning
- Supervise instrumentation suppliers and ensure project documentation is complete, accurate, and delivered on time
Qualifications
- Bachelor's/Master's degree (FH/TH) in Electrical Engineering, with at least 5 years' relevant experience
- Hands-on experience with instrumentation (pressure, temperature, level, flow) and industrial electrical/automation systems
- Familiarity with ATEX and SIL requirements
- Proficiency in electrical drawing packages (EPLAN 8 preferred; COMOS a plus)
- Strong autonomy, decision-making ability, and very good written/spoken English
Additional Information
Employee perks, benefits
- Employment contract for an indefinite period
- + 13th Salary
- 5% Annual bonus
- Flexible working time (core time 9-3:00)
- Home office possible 2 days a week
- Extra days of leave
- 2 Sick days per year
- Recreation allowance
- Referral program
- Travel allowance
- The third pillar of the pension scheme (up to 2,5%)
- Company mobile phone or phone allowance
- Support for professional and career growth, education and training
Compensation
- Basic wage component (gross): 2 200 EUR/month
- This amount is our minimal offered salary. Compensation is determined based on your level, skills, experience and qualifications.
For HR agencies: Please note that we do not accept applications coming from agencies. Thank you.
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