Automation Project Engineer

VES

Automation Engineer responsible for designing and integrating automation solutions in industrial settings. Engage with clients in energy, chemistry, pharma, and infrastructures at Actemium Switzerland.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timePort-Valais • 🇨🇭 SwitzerlandMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop and integrate innovative automation solutions directly on site
Conduct automation studies and draft functional specifications
Program automation algorithms and HMI interfaces on the Foxboro DCS and Siemens PLCs
Program safety functions on APS / Triconex systems
Prepare and execute FAT and SAT tests
Participate in on-site commissioning activities
Update technical documentation and contribute to the continuous improvement of automation libraries and templates

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Automation Engineering (HES or ES) or equivalent technical qualification in automation
Experience in automation projects within continuous or batch process industries
Knowledge of Foxboro DCS, Siemens PLCs and Triconex safety systems
Proficiency with industrial protocols (Fieldbus, Modbus, Profibus, HART, OPC)
Good understanding of standards IEC 61131, IEC 61511, IEC 61512
Excellent command of French and good knowledge of English (min. B2)
Availability for on-call duties

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working hours
Telework options
Support from the profawo family service
Attractive social benefits
Discounts on the company car fleet
VINCI group employee share ownership program

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Hard Skills & Tools

Automation AlgorithmsHMI InterfacesFunctional SpecificationsFAT and SAT TestingContinuous ImprovementFieldbus ProtocolModbus ProtocolProfibus ProtocolHART ProtocolOPC Protocol

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsTeam Collaboration