Automation Support Engineer – Manufacturing

About the role

We are seeking an Automation Support Engineer to maintain and improve automation equipment at our La Rioja plant. Working closely with line managers and multidisciplinary teams, you will ensure reliable operation of PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, industrial robots and sensors while supporting key performance indicators.

Key responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot automation equipment failures.
• Configure and back up firewalls and other OT security measures.
• Respond to incidents involving PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, robots and sensors.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on control and instrumentation devices.
• Update software and firmware on automated equipment.
• Modify operating sequences to meet production requirements.
• Prepare failure and intervention reports and document program changes.
• Support projects using TPM and WCM methodologies and conduct root‑cause analysis.

Required profile

• Degree in Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering or a related field.
• Advanced written and spoken English.
• Experience in manufacturing or plant environments.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills.

Required skills

• PLC programming and configuration.
• HMI and SCADA system knowledge.
• Industrial robotics and sensor integration.
• Firewall configuration and OT cybersecurity.
• Software/firmware update procedures.
• Industrial networking and automation programming languages.

What we offer

• Opportunities for development and training in a global company.
• Innovative culture focused on continuous improvement.
• Competitive compensation and flexible working arrangements.