Automation & Process Control Engineer

Location: Finland

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Automation & Process Control Engineer page is loaded## Automation & Process Control Engineer remote type:
Hybrid Working locations:
Naantali, Finland:
Jamsankoski, Finlandtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 2 Days Agotime left to apply:
End Date:
March 8, 2026 (23 days left to apply) job requisition :
R14591
** Job Summary
** IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. As part of our Bio Actives, Health & Biosciences division, you will join a pioneering team committed to building safer processes, smarter systems, and stronger manufacturing performance across Finland. The role is based in Naantali (preferred) or Jämsänkoski and is an on‑site role with hybrid flexibility.

Be part of a curious, collaborative, and forward‑thinking team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact.##
** Where You’ll Make a Difference
*** Develop, program, and troubleshoot PLC and DCS (Valmet DNA) systems across multiple manufacturing sites
* Design and enhance SCADA systems and intuitive operator HMIs
* Build and maintain interfaces across different automation layers (e.g., OSIsoft PI)
* Provide low‑threshold programming support and participate in planned system upgrades
* Manage automation servers, client hardware, backups, and cybersecurity tools
* Train and support operators and process engineers on automation systems
* Contribute to automation‑related project planning, documentation, and lifecycle management
* Support commissioning and qualification phases (FAT/EAT/SAT)
* Participate in PSM programs including PHA, MOC, and SIS activities
* Improve industrial networks (FBN/PCN/OMN) for cybersecurity and reliability
* Drive control optimization, PID tuning, and recipe management
* Maintain and improve OEE tools and digitalization initiatives
* Share best practices and collaborate with automation teams across IFF sites##
** What Makes You the Right Fit
*** Degree in automation, electrical, mechanical engineering, computer science, or similar
* Experience in biotech, food, chemical, or industrial manufacturing environments
* Strong hands‑on experience with Valmet DNA, PLC/DCS, and SCADA systems
* Understanding of field‑level automation and maintenance practices
* Experience with automation project work (functional specs, IO lists, FAT/SAT, commissioning)
* Familiarity with MES and historian systems (e.g., PI)
* Fluent in Finnish and English
* Agile, proactive, and committed to plant success
* Able to work independently and manage multi‑site priorities
* Strong communication and stakeholder‑management skills
* Experience in electrical & instrumentation design
* Skills in control loop design
* Strong interest in digitalization, automation modernization, or advanced control
* Opportunity to influence automation strategy across multiple Finnish sites
* Work with modern technology, real impact, and meaningful challenges
* Hybrid flexibility with travel within Finland and a chance to support several innovative facilities
* A role that combines hands‑on engineering, technical depth, and cross-site collaboration
* A supportive environment that values curiosity, ownership, and continuous improvement
* Be part of a company with a global footprint and a strong commitment to sustainability

We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible, but at the latest by March 8, 2026. We go through applications on an ongoing basis, and may proceed to interviews with the most potential candidates already during the application period.
* Kindly note that we are unable to accept applications via email. Please ensure that your application is submitted exclusively through Workday.
* We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse…