Automation Engineer – HMI & SCADA (all gender)

About the Position

Automation Engineer – HMI & SCADA (all gender)

We are seeking a skilled Automation Engineer – HMI & SCADA to join our team in Tirol, Austria. This is a full-time, permanent position.

Responsibilities

• Design, maintain, and continuously improve HMI & SCADA systems for industrial applications
• Configure HMI/SCADA screens, alarms, tags, trends, and historization of process and measurement data
• Create reusable templates, scripts, and tools to optimize project-specific customizations and improve engineering efficiency
• Execute projects according to established development processes and agile methodologies such as SCRUM
• Collaborate closely with PLC software developers, system architects, and product owners to implement new functionalities
• Work directly with operators, service teams, and stakeholders to ensure usability, reliability, and user acceptance
• Provide troubleshooting and third-level remote support for HMI/SCADA systems in the field
• Perform testing, validation, and quality assurance activities to ensure stable and reliable system performance
• Create and maintain technical documentation, engineering specifications, and user manuals
• Support the continuous development of digital solutions for industrial automation and energy systems

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, Control Engineering, or a related technical field
• Experience with measurement, control, and process automation technologies
• Familiarity with SCADA systems such as WinCC, Zenon, Bachmann Atvise, or comparable platforms
• Experience working with industrial PLC and automation systems
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols and interfaces, ideally including OPC UA
• Basic programming and scripting skills as well as an understanding of web technologies
• Familiarity with commissioning, troubleshooting, and support activities in industrial environments
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken
• Enjoy working in interdisciplinary teams and collaborating with international stakeholders
• Structured, solution-oriented, and proactive way of working

We Offer

• Salary starting at €3,800 gross per month (based on 38.5 hours/week), with a clear willingness to offer a higher salary depending on qualifications and professional experience
• Talent Management: we develop your career
• Work-life balance: flexible working hours and mobile working possible
• Many events, permanent employment contract, and corporate benefits

About the Company

We are the designers of today for the world of tomorrow.

As one of the world's leading engineering service providers, we at ALTEN are committed to positively shaping the future of our partners, the careers of our employees, and the challenges facing our society and environment.

More than 50,000 employees in 30 countries are already working on innovative solutions in various engineering and IT sectors such as automotive, aerospace, renewable energy, medical technology, and railway technology.

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications – regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, disability, age, and sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons will be given preferential consideration if they are equally qualified.

Do you have any questions?

Then contact me: Maja Kujundzic (+43 669 10979556).

Or apply now using our online application form.

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