Senior Automation Engineer – Plant Control Systems

About the role

The Senior Engineer Automation Actions will lead programming, optimisation, maintenance and repair of plant automation and control systems at Sibelco’s new state‑of‑the‑art facility in Ali Pasa. You will drive continuous improvement and support digitalisation initiatives across the site.

Key responsibilities

• Lead automation and digitalisation activities ensuring compliance with Sibelco regulations and site constraints.
• Optimize, maintain and repair PLC, DCS and SCADA systems, including hardware, software and instrumentation.
• Diagnose faults, perform calibrations and execute safety procedures such as LMRA.
• Act as the interface between engineering and operations, supporting the Central Digitalisation and Automation Team.
• Research and develop cost‑effective solutions, staying up‑to‑date with AI tools and emerging technologies.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Automation, Electrical, Computer, Instrumentation or related engineering field.
• 3‑4 years of professional experience in automation projects, preferably in mining or mineral processing.
• Proactive, independent work style with strong problem‑solving abilities.
• Fluent in English and Turkish.

Required skills

• Siemens PLC programming.
• SCADA InTouch.
• Experience with field instruments, flow sensors and related hardware.
• Knowledge of AI and digitalisation projects (appreciated).
• Proficiency in SAP S/4HANA, advanced Excel and Power BI.