Automation Engineer

Location: Poviglio, Italy

About Sibelco

Sibelco is a trusted leader in sourcing, transforming, and distributing specialty industrial minerals, powering progress across industries such as glass, ceramics, construction, coatings, polymers, and water purification. We are committed to sustainability, innovation, and empowering people to thrive and make a meaningful impact.

Job Description

The Sibelco Global Graduate Programme is a two‑year rotational programme that includes two one‑year assignments in key operational and commercial roles. Participants receive a permanent contract from the start and work on real business projects, gaining exposure to strategic decision‑making. We are recruiting a Graduate Automation Engineer for a one‑year assignment focused on automating logistics and production control at the San Nazzaro Cluster, with the expectation to spend the second year in a different cluster to gain international or regional experience.

Your Impact in This Role
- Analyse existing processes to identify inefficiencies.




- Research and select technologies for automation and MES integration.
- Develop and test systems for weighing, vehicle access control, and transport document issuance (DDT).
- Deploy MES for real‑time monitoring and production traceability.
- Train personnel on new automated systems and decision‑making tools.

What You Bring To The Table
- Degree in Mechanical, Electronic, Automation Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
- Leadership, communication, and project management skills.
- Knowledge of MES, SCADA, PLCs, and industrial sensors.
- Programming skills (Python, SQL, or industrial automation languages).
- Experience with ERP integration and data analysis.
- Fluent English (B2) required; Italian (B2) preferred.
- Valid driving licence.
- Openness to spending the second year in a different cluster for international/regional experience.

Our Selection Process
- Application submission – CV & Cover/ Moti