Automation Engineer

Coperion’s Ferrara, Italy, location serves as a dynamic hub for advanced ingredient automation and engineering excellence. This key site combines office and warehouse facilities to support customers across Italy and Europe.

Specializing in Material Handling, Systems Engineering, and Aftermarket Services, the Ferrara team plays a vital role in delivering innovative solutions and long-term support.

We are now part from Hillenbrand group.

We are now looking for:

Automation Engineer

We are seeking a dedicated Automation Engineer to oversee electrical and automation projects, primarily focusing on contractor supervision and client interactions. This role involves minimal programming and limited travel, with a strong emphasis on controlling subcontractor work, ensuring compliance with specifications, and providing technical support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and approve electrical diagrams and technical documentation prepared by subcontractors.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors during the installation and commissioning phases.
• Ensure the correct implementation of electrical and automation specifications, including layout development and risk analysis.
• Provide technical support to clients and internal teams on automation systems, graphical interfaces, and operational logic.
• Assist in preparing technical specifications for installation and electrical connection requests.
• Support the sales team with technical input for new offers and plant extension requests.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to update electrical diagrams and documentation after testing.
• Offer post-sales technical assistance and troubleshooting related to automation hardware and electrical equipment.
• Contribute to quality assurance checks on switchboards and junction boxes.
• Support project managers with the integration of new electrical machines.
• Provide on-site support during installation, I/O checks, and plant commissioning.

PROFILE

• Diploma or Degree in technical fields (Electrical or Automation)
• Professional experience of at least 2 years in a similar position in the case of a university degree; at least 5 years in the case of a high school diploma
• Proven experience in automation, PLC, or control systems – SIEMENS S7-1200/1500, TIA Portal…
• Strong understanding of electrical diagrams, technical documentation. knowledge of Electric CAD and EPLAN.
• Good knowledge in MS Office and MS Project
• English and Italian languages (advanced level)
• Ability to provide technical support and troubleshooting for automation hardware and electrical systems.
• Excellent communication skills to liaise effectively with clients, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Self-motivated, reliable, and capable of working independently with minimal programming involved.
• Self-motivated, reliable, and capable of working independently with minimal programming involved.

Join our dynamic, versatile small team where you'll enjoy a varied role, combining technical oversight, client interaction, and collaboration across different projects-an excellent opportunity for those seeking a diverse and engaging position.

Who we are: 

Coperion is an industry leader in compounding and extrusion, feeding and weighing, bulk material handling and service, bringing a wealth of know-how and experience to the market. Customers benefit from Coperion’s divisions of Polymer, Equipment & Systems, and Service that are optimally networked on a global basis to offer ultimate support in the design, manufacturing and implementation of ideal systems. Staffed by engineers, chemists, technicians and a variety of industry experts, these Divisions form a powerhouse of process solutions for their customers. Coperion is an Operating Company of Hillenbrand.

Hillenbrand (NYSE: HI) is a global industrial company that provides highly-engineered, mission-critical processing equipment and solutions to customers in over 100 countries around the world. Our portfolio is composed of leading industrial brands that serve large, attractive end markets, including durable plastics, food, and recycling. Guided by our Purpose — Shape What Matters For Tomorrow™ — we pursue excellence, collaboration, and innovation to consistently shape solutions that best serve our associates, customers, communities, and other stakeholders. To learn more, visit: www.Hillenbrand.com.

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