Automation Engineer, Automation Technician

Black Semiconductor

. Assume technical responsibility for the Facilities Monitoring and Control System (FMCS) .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeAachen • GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating and optimizing Facilities Monitoring and Control Systems (FMCS), with a strong focus on SCADA and PLC systems, particularly Siemens WinCC OA and Siemens S7 controllers. Proficient in diagnosing faults, performing loop checks, and maintaining technical documentation while ensuring quality and compliance in a manufacturing environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

SCADA Systems ExpertiseSiemens S7 Controllers (TIA Portal / STEP 7)Fault Diagnosis and TroubleshootingField Instrumentation and Signal DiagnosticsElectrical Engineering Degree or Equivalent

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Hard Skills

SCADA SystemsPLC SystemsSiemens WinCC OAYokogawa DCS CentumSiemens S7 ControllersLoop ChecksSignal TestingFault AnalysisTechnical DocumentationP&ID Reading

Soft Skills

Structured Work ApproachSelf-DirectedCommitment to Quality

Certifications & Qualifications

State-Certified TechnicianVocational Training in Electronics Technician for Automation Technology

Industry Keywords

Facilities Monitoring and Control System (FMCS)Manufacturing EnvironmentIndustrial AutomationChange Control ProcessesAcceptance Testing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assume technical responsibility for the Facilities Monitoring and Control System (FMCS)
Operate, monitor, and continuously optimize the FMCS to ensure uninterrupted factory operations
Maintain, diagnose, and modify SCADA and PLC systems, particularly Siemens WinCC OA, Yokogawa DCS Centum, and Siemens S7 controllers
Analyze and resolve faults, alarms, and communication issues affecting utility and production equipment
Perform loop checks, signal testing, and troubleshooting on field devices, instruments, and automation components
Integrate new data points, visualizations, reports, and alarm concepts
Ensure that technical documentation is kept up to date
Serve as the technical point of contact for external service providers, suppliers, and auditors
Support qualification activities, acceptance testing, and change control processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Completed vocational training as an Electronics Technician for Automation Technology, with further qualification as a state-certified technician, or a completed degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Technology, or a comparable field
Several years of hands-on experience with industrial SCADA and PLC systems in a manufacturing or industrial environment, ideally in operations, maintenance, or commissioning
In-depth knowledge of Siemens S7 controllers (TIA Portal / STEP 7)
Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting equipment in operation
Experience with SCADA systems, ideally Siemens WinCC OA or Yokogawa DCS Centum
Practical experience with field instrumentation, loop checks, and signal diagnostics
Ability to read P&IDs, electrical schematics, and I/O lists
Structured, self-directed approach to work with a strong commitment to quality
Very good English skills; German language skills are an advantage

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexibility and a healthy work-life balance
Support for professional and personal development
Comprehensive benefits package with attractive insurance coverage
Company pension plan
Virtual stock options
Support for mental, physical, and financial well-being