Senior Automation Engineer

Company Description Welcome to Hitachi Zosen Inova (HZI), 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 HZI, 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 HZI directly contributes to turning something once considered useless - waste - into something invaluable: energy, heat, hydrogen, fertilizer, and beyond. Job Description Engineering and execution of the Distributed Control System (DCS) and other Control Systems for Energy from Waste (EfW) and Renewable Gas (RG) plants Cable engineering for Energy from Waste (EfW) and Renewable Gas (RG) plants Preparation of the technical specifications for components and systems, technical evaluation of bids and joint selection of suppliers Responsible for timely ordering of his systems Supervision of suppliers throughout the whole project implementation phase (kick of meeting, project status meetings, review of supplier documentation, etc) Preparation and review of control system hardware design documents (cabinet layout drawings, wiring diagrams, loop diagrams, termination drawings) Engineering and selection of field instruments (pressure, temperature, level, flow, analyzers, etc) for Energy from Waste (EfW) and Renewable Gas (RG) plants, including preparation of hook-up drawings Participation in Factory Acceptance Testing of different control systems Responsible for completeness of the CAE lists related to his products (signal exchange lists, I/O lists, etc) Supporting Engineering manager EIC in preparation and defending of claims Interface coordination and collaboration with other project team members and package unit suppliers Support of tendering and commissioning team Assist Manager in a development and implementation of a department strategy Support Manager in a development and documentation of efficient work processes, lesson learned and implementation of improvement practices in future projects Support other Automation Engineers in resolving DCS related technical matters Coaching and Training of entry level members and other Automation Engineers Reviewing technical specifications and RfQ documentation to ensure accuracy, conformance with codes and client specifications Participation in project risk assessments (HAZOP, SIL assessment, Cyber Security Risk Assessment) Lead design review meetings with customers and suppliers Willingness to travel approx. 10% Qualifications Several years of experience in engineering of Control Systems, preferably in power plant applications Good knowledge of various bus communication protocols (Profibus, Profinet, ModbusTCP, IEC104, OPC) Good knowledge of field instrumentation and measuring principles for pressure, temperature, level and flow Functional Safety Engineer certificate is an advantage Cyber Security Engineer certificate is an advantage Proactive and solution-oriented approach, ability to make decisions Ability to work under stress Fluency in English, German and other languages are an advantage Commissioning and operational experience is an advantage Experience with design of instruments and cables in ATEX environment is an advantage Competence in working methods Good MS Office user knowledge Knowledge of CAE Tools (Comos, etc) High degree of understanding of quality assurance Knowledge of Electrical engineering tools (EPLAN, Siemens SIMARIS will be an advantage) Project Management knowledge is an advantage Additional Information We offer • Responsible challenge with diversified field of activity • Team-oriented working atmosphere in an international Company • Personal development opportunities through own Inova Academy • Opportunity to gain an insight into various technical disciplines • Excellent employment conditions • Attractive working place (central, good transport links) • Modern infrastructure