Senior Automation Service Engineer

JOB SUMMARY :

SPX Flow is looking for a Senior Automation Engineer to take a leading role in delivering automation solutions for projects across the food, beverage, pharmaceutical and other hygienic industries.

In this role, you will own the design, development and implementation of PLC / HMI / SCADA systems, act as a technical lead within multi-disciplinary project teams, and ensure that solutions meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance. You will also contribute to the continuous improvement of automation tools, standards, and engineering practices across the organisation.

About the Role

SPX Flow is looking for a Senior Automation Engineer to take a leading role in delivering automation solutions for projects across the food, beverage, pharmaceutical and other hygienic industries.

In this role, you will own the design, development and implementation of PLC / HMI / SCADA systems, act as a technical lead within multi-disciplinary project teams, and ensure that solutions meet the highest standards of safety, quality and compliance. You will also contribute to continuous improvement of automation tools, standards and engineering practices across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the automation scope across assigned projects, acting as the primary technical authority.
• Define automation architecture and key design decisions to ensure technical integrity.
• Review and approve engineering documentation (FDS, DDS, control philosophy, architecture diagrams).
• Ensure full compliance with relevant legislation, including EU Machinery Directive and safety requirements.

• Develop PLC applications (Siemens TIA Portal / S7, Rockwell Studio
  5000 / Control Logix).
• Design and configure HMI / SCADA systems, primarily Wonderware InTouch.
• Configure industrial networks, communication interfaces and data exchange with SCADA, MES, MIS and ERP systems.
• Maintain consistent use of S88-based structures across installations.
• Conduct simulation, FAT, SAT and lead commissioning activities on customer sites.

• Represent automation engineering in customer meetings, design reviews, risk assessments and project workshops.
• Work closely with process, electrical and supply chain teams to deliver complete engineering solutions.
• Support project managers in estimating, planning and tracking automation activities.

• Guide and support junior and mid-level engineers, providing technical reviews and coaching.
• Drive continuous improvement of automation standards and engineering methodologies.

• Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex customer issues.
• Participate in a 24 / 7 support rota (up to one week per month), with occasional travel.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Automation, Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Significant experience delivering automation systems in food, beverage, pharmaceutical or other hygienic industries.
• Advanced proficiency with Siemens (S7, TIA Portal) and / or Rockwell (Control Logix, Studio
  5000).
• Strong experience with Wonderware SCADA solutions (InTouch).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve complex issues independently.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Fluent English (spoken and written).

• Experience mentoring engineers or leading automation work streams.
• Knowledge of SQL Server, C#, C++, Visual Studio or MES / MIS / ERP integrations.
• SAP experience.

• Work may take place in office, workshop or customer-site environments.
• Travel may be required during commissioning or support activities.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs; accommodations can be provided as needed.

SPX Flow is a global leader in innovative process solutions, working with top manufacturers in hygienic industries. You will join an international engineering team with opportunities to work on complex, high-impact projects, develop your expertise, and grow within a collaborative and technology-driven environment.

SPX Flow is an equal opportunity employer. We make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by law.