SPX Flow is looking for a Senior Automation Engineer to lead the design, development and implementation of PLC/HMI/SCADA systems across projects in the food, beverage, pharmaceutical and other hygienic industries. In this role, you will act as a technical lead within multidisciplinary teams, ensuring solutions meet the highest standards of safety, quality and compliance, and contribute to continuous improvement of automation tools, standards and engineering practices.
Technical Leadership
* Lead the automation scope across assigned projects, acting as the primary technical authority.
* Define automation architecture and key design decisions to ensure technical integrity.
* Review and approve engineering documentation (FDS, DDS, control philosophy, architecture diagrams).
* Ensure full compliance with relevant legislation, including EU Machinery Directive and safety requirements.
Automation Design & Implementation
* Develop PLC applications using Siemens TIA Portal (S7) and/or Rockwell Studio5000/ControlLogix.
* Design and configure HMI/SCADA systems, primarily Wonderware InTouch.
* Configure industrial networks, communication interfaces and data exchange with SCADA, MES, MIS and ERP systems.
* Maintain consistent use of S88-based structures across installations.
* Conduct simulation, FAT, SAT and lead commissioning activities on customer sites.
Cross-functional Collaboration
* Represent automation engineering in customer meetings, design reviews, risk assessments and project workshops.
* Work closely with process, electrical and supply chain teams to deliver complete engineering solutions.
* Support project managers in estimating, planning and tracking automation activities.
Mentoring & Knowledge Sharing
* Guide and support junior and mid-level engineers, providing technical reviews and coaching.
* Drive continuous improvement of automation standards and engineering methodologies.
Aftermarket Support
* Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex customer issues.
* Participate in a 24/7 support rota (up to one week per month), with occasional travel.
Requirements
* Degree in Automation, Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
* Significant experience delivering automation systems in food, beverage, pharmaceutical or other hygienic industries.
* Advanced proficiency with Siemens (S7, TIA Portal) and/or Rockwell (ControlLogix, Studio5000).
* Strong experience with Wonderware SCADA solutions (InTouch).
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve complex issues independently.
* Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
* Fluent English (spoken and written).
Preferred
* Experience mentoring engineers or leading automation workstreams.
* Knowledge of SQL Server, C#, C++, Visual Studio or MES/MIS/ERP integrations.
* SAP experience.
Working Conditions
* Work may take place in office, workshop or customer-site environments.
* Travel may be required during commissioning or support activities.
* Ability to lift up to 40 lbs; accommodations can be provided as needed.
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