Automation Engineer, ABB Marine & Ports, Helsinki

As an Automation Engineer, you will customize the root code to meet specific project requirements, ensure seamless integration of other onboard systems, and manage the Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) process to validate system performance. Additionally, you will review and interpret electrical drawings, follow established testing protocols, and maintain clear communication with clients and internal teams throughout each project.

You are offered

• Opportunity to work with ABB Marine & Ports, a leader in sustainable and cutting-edge maritime technology.
• Training and support to build your PLC programming and system integration skills.

As a consultant at Academic Work, you are offered a great opportunity to grow as a professional, extend your network and establish valuable contacts for the future.

• PLC programming
• System integration and testing
• Technical documentation and communication
• System deployment

• Suitable educational background (e.g. automation or electrical engineering)
• Experience from programming (PLC) and system integration
• Strong knowledge of IEC 61131-3 Standard
• Proficient in reading schematics and supporting Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
• Fluent english skills

Beneficial qualifications

• Experience with Siemens, Omron, Beckhoff or Schneider or similar
• Familiarity with HMI tools for facilitating operator-machine interaction
• As advantage proficiency with communication protocols such as OPC UA, Modbus and CAN

As a person you are

• Diligent and effective
• Good interpersonal skills
• Responsible

Our recruitment process

This recruitment process is handled by Academic Work and it is our client’s wish that all questions regarding the position is directed to Academic Work.

Our selection process is continuous and the advert may close before the recruitment process is completed if we have moved forward to the next phase. The process includes two tests: one personality test and one cognitive test. The tests are tools to find the right talent for the right position, to enable equality, diversity, and a fair process.

ABB is a leader in power and automation technologies that enable utility and industry customers to improve their performance while lowering environmental impact. The ABB Group of companies operates in around 100 countries and employs about 147,000 people. To the shipping industry, ABB offers an extensive portfolio of integrated marine systems and solutions that improve the flexibility, reliability, and energy efficiency of vessels. By coupling power, automation and advisory, proven fuel-efficient technologies, and services that ensure maximum vessel uptime, ABB is in a unique position to improve the profitability of customers' business throughout the entire lifecycle of a fleet.