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ALTEN Mexico

Engineering and technology consulting services

Automation Engineer

Controls & Automation EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeMontpellier, France€34k - €40k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Bac+5 engineering education or equivalent in automation, electrical engineering, or mechatronics.
  • Successful experience in a similar role, ideally in an industrial environment.
  • Proficiency with automated systems, programmable logic controllers from Siemens, Schneider, Rockwell, or similar vendors, and associated programming software such as Step7 and TIA Portal.
  • Knowledge of communication protocols such as Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet, and IEC 61850.
  • Ability to read electrical plans and analyze failures.
  • Advanced technical English proficiency at C1 level is mandatory.
  • A methodical approach, responsiveness, autonomy, rigor, and analytical ability.
  • Ability to work well with others to achieve shared objectives.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop automated solutions by analyzing client needs and proposing suitable automation and control solutions.
  • Program programmable logic controllers and control-command systems.
  • Install and configure automated systems on site, commission equipment, and conduct tests to verify proper operation; travel is expected for 30% of the time.
  • Analyze existing installations, identify improvement opportunities, and implement solutions to optimize system performance.
  • Monitor systems technically and provide expertise to resolve automation issues arising in production.
  • Write technical specifications, intervention reports, and project tracking documents.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in the automotive, pharmaceutical, or agrifood sector.
  • Knowledge of supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems and industrial robots.

About the Company

ALTEN Mexico

Engineering and technology consulting services

ALTEN Mexico provides engineering and technology consulting services by supplying highly specialized engineers who embed within client teams to work on complex projects. The way it works is by offering a flexible pool of talent for research and development needs, allowing clients to access experts without committing to permanent hires. The company differentiates itself through a focus on embedded engineering consultants, serving sectors like telecommunications, aerospace, and information systems, and by expanding its reach via organic growth and acquisitions across Europe and globally. Its goal is to help clients access top engineering expertise efficiently while growing the business through deliberate geographic and service expansion.

Company size
Not listed
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Boulogne-Billancourt, France
Founded
1988

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