Expert Automation Engineer | Expert Automation Engineer (all genders)

GELITA AG

Eberbach, Baden, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Dec 12, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role is dedicated to the comprehensive management and optimization of all process automation systems and associated data networks within the GELITA plant in Eberbach. The Expert Automation Engineer will be responsible for the supervision, monitoring, and maintenance of these critical systems, including the creation and administration of data backups for automation programs and control configurations. Key day-to-day tasks involve hardware project planning and procurement for new installations, leading automation projects, and actively participating in vulnerability analysis and troubleshooting of control systems. Furthermore, the position requires acting as the administrator for specialized documentation systems like COMOS PT and electrical engineering software such as EPLAN. Candidates must possess a completed qualification as an Electrical or Software Technician, coupled with professional experience implementing technical automation applications, and strong proficiency in specific industrial control platforms like Siemens S/ with TIA-Portal, PCS7, and Wonderware INBATCH configuration. Success in this role requires excellent communication and teamwork skills for effective cross-functional collaboration across engineering, production, and technical departments.

Required Skills

Education

Completed training as an Electrical Technician, Software Technician, or comparable qualification

Experience

  • Professional experience in implementing technical automation applications
  • Experience in monitoring and supervising process automation systems and data networks
  • Experience in project leadership for new installations and modifications in automation technology

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Not specified