Automation & Control System Engineer / Automation & Control System Engineeress

Ansaldo Energia Switzerland AG - April 15, 2026

Join Our Team at Ansaldo Energia

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

Position: Automation & Control System Engineer

The Automation & Control Engineer will be responsible for managing control system-related projects, providing analysis and technical assistance for service contracts and product upgrades, drawing upon their extensive knowledge of our gas turbines.

Your Tasks

  • Coordinate developments and perform modifications in the 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.
  • Address Process Control issues effectively.
  • Create 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, or Electronic Engineering.
  • Knowledge of principles and methods used in Process Control is required.
  • Experience in control system programming, troubleshooting, and commissioning is essential.
  • Familiarity with ABB lnfi90 / Symphony+, Siemens TXP/T3000, Emerson Ovation, ABB Advant (Egatrol/Turbotrol), and ALSPA (Controgas/Controsteam) is preferred.
  • Expertise in I&C loop and bus network design is a plus.
  • Experience with MATLAB/Simulink is beneficial.
  • Able to analyze information, draw conclusions, and take action to resolve Process Control-related issues.
  • Willingness to travel globally approximately 50% of the time.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are preferred.
  • Proficiency in Italian and English; knowledge of German and/or French is advantageous.
  • Strong commitment to delivering according to quality, time, and cost targets.

Your Benefits with Us

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

If you are interested in joining a forward-thinking 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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