Control Technician / Automation Engineer (m/f/d) 80% - 100%

ABOUT US

Control Technician / Automation Engineer (m/f/d) 80% - 100%

• Breitenbach
• permanent
• full-time

ELANTAS is, as part of the ALTANA Group, represented with twelve manufacturing companies in all important regions worldwide and employs more than 2,000 employees worldwide.

Von Roll Switzerland AG, based in Breitenbach, Solothurn, belongs to the ALTANA Group and is one of the most traditional industrial companies in Switzerland. With over 200 years of experience, we stand worldwide for innovation, sustainability, and highest quality. Our products are indispensable for global electrification and are used in almost every industry.

Responsibilities:

Exciting tasks await you – in this role you will manage the operational technology (OT) at our Breitenbach site and be responsible for troubleshooting and problem solving around our OT systems and networks. In addition, you will train personnel on the systems and procedures. We look forward to your expertise in the following areas:

• Technical optimization, retrofit, and further development of existing systems within the team and/or with third-party companies to ensure applicable industry standards
• Support and maintenance of controls for production and infrastructure facilities including operational technology (OT) systems and networks
• Analysis and resolution of faults in control and automation systems in close cooperation with production, IT, and external partners
• Participation in the development and implementation of digitization and automation projects (e.g., Industry 4.0, IoT applications)
• Conducting risk analyses and implementing measures to increase plant availability and operational safety
• Contributing to the implementation and further development of cybersecurity measures in the OT environment
• Documentation of controls, OT architecture, system configurations, and procedures
• Training and supporting users and maintenance personnel in handling new or changed control systems
• Creation and maintenance of technical documents, operating instructions, and training materials
• Support in the selection and introduction of new technologies and components in the field of control technology

Requirements:

You convince us with this profile – in addition to a completed degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field, you have excellent problem-solving skills and knowledge in the development and management of OT systems in an industrial environment. Experience with continuous improvement or manufacturing in an industrial environment is a plus. Furthermore:

• Degree (FH/HF or similar) in electrical engineering, control technology, computer science, or a related field
• Professional experience in an industrial production company is an advantage
• Familiarity with ICS, SCADA, PLC, and networked control systems
• Knowledge of EPLAN and SIEMENS SIMATIC is an advantage
• Understanding of IT/OT convergence and cybersecurity fundamentals
• High technical understanding & analytical thinking skills
• Office skills
• Strong communication skills in German and English
• Flexible and team-oriented

Our plus:

• Dynamic environment
• Flat hierarchies
• Flexible working hours
• Highly motivated team
• International environment
• Free parking
• Employee events
• Company pension scheme
• Opportunity for development, ALTANA Talent Cycle
• Training and further education opportunities

Contact

We invite you to get to know us better and become part of our team. Discover your career advantage in specialty chemicals and send us your application preferably via our career page vonrollgroup.com or apply by email to jobs.vrch@vonroll.com.

ALTANA AG and its subsidiaries pursue a policy of equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to religion, skin color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or disability.

Your contact person is:

Ms. Franziska Schmidt

+41 61 785 55 05