Company: 21 search
Position Title: Automation Engineer
Industry: FMCG
Location: Ogun State
Role Summary:
Our client seeks an experienced Automation Engineer to support plant-wide process automation, minimize downtime, and enhance operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will be responsible for troubleshooting automation issues, managing calibration and software systems, and maintaining a comprehensive automation database. This role also involves training technical staff, evaluating technician performance, and contributing innovative solutions for continuous process improvement. Expertise in Krones Machines and a strong background in FMCG bottling operations are essential.
Job Description
- Support the entire plant in process automation and minimization of losses as a result of process malfunction
- Support corrective maintenance in automation and process control by evaluation, troubleshooting support and knowledge transfer
- Manage calibration activities, software modifications, backups, parameter registration and version control
- Access the performance of shift technicians and electrical technicians with regards to solving automation issues
- Assess and train technicians and operators in automation
- Develop and maintain a database of all beverage plant automation information (settings, sensitivity, parameters etc.)
- Support in providing innovative/improvement idea to enhance continuous improvement in the process
Minimum Requirement
- First Degree or its equivalent in Electrical /Electronic Engineering, Process Control and Automation Engineering or related discipline.
- Membership of NSE and COREN certified is required.
- At least 10 years post-NYSC practical, job-relevant experience in a well structured FMCG (botting) company, with specific expertise in Krones Machines.
- Candidates from other West African Countries are encouraged to apply, but candidates must be able to communicate in English language
What we Offer
· Competitive Salary Package
· Annual Leave Allowance
· 13th month, HMO
· Other benefits
How to Apply
Interested candidates should fill the google form using the link attached below: https://forms.gle/sXjUHNaYVYCkeR7cA
Job Type: Full-time
