Automation & Control System Engineer / Automation & Control System Engineeress

Ansaldo Energia Switzerland AG - April 6, 2026

Join Our Team at Ansaldo Energia

As one of the world’s leading players in the sector of power generation plants and components, Ansaldo Energia is a full-cycle integrated operator. We have the capabilities to build turnkey power plants on greenfield sites, utilizing our own technology along with independent design, production, construction, commissioning, and service resources.

Position: Automation & Control System Engineer

We are looking to strengthen our team in Switzerland (Baden) with your expertise and experience. The Automation & Control System Engineer will manage control system-related projects and provide analysis and technical assistance for service contracts and product upgrades, drawing from extensive knowledge of our gas turbines.

Your Tasks

  • Coordinate developments and perform modifications in control system logic of our gas turbines.
  • Maintain, troubleshoot, and upgrade control system hardware (system processors, I/O cards, and networks).
  • Provide assistance and troubleshooting guidelines to plant operations and maintenance teams.
  • Support and supervise suppliers during project execution.
  • Specify and conduct factory acceptance tests.
  • Resolve Process Control issues and provide project-specific technical input for other service teams.
  • Edit manuals, test procedures, and reports.
  • Ensure all work is performed in accordance with EHS standards.

Your Profile

  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronic Engineering.
  • Knowledge of principles and methods used in Process Control - required.
  • Experience in control system programming, troubleshooting, and commissioning - required.
  • Knowledge of ABB Infi90/Symphony+, Siemens TXP/T3000, Emerson Ovation, ABB Advant (Egatrol/Turbotrol), ALSPA (Controgas/Controsteam) - preferred.
  • Expertise in I&C loop and bus network design - preferred.
  • Experience with Matlab/Simulink - preferred.
  • Able to analyze information, draw conclusions, and take action to resolve Process Control-related issues - required.
  • Availability to travel around 50% globally.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - preferred.
  • Proficient in Italian and English; knowledge of German and/or French is advantageous.
  • Strong commitment to delivering on quality, time, and cost targets.

Your Benefits with Us

  • Work alongside passionate individuals.
  • Contribute to environmental sustainability.
  • Engage in challenging work.
  • Be part of attractive and exciting products.
  • Interact with international colleagues.
  • Enjoy flexible working conditions.
  • Work in a beautiful small Swiss city rich in culture and history, located in the heart of Switzerland and close to metropolises like Zurich and Basel.

If you are interested in joining a future-oriented company, apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Location : Baden
Country : Switzerland

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