Automation Project Engineer
Pubblicato il 04-09-2026 - Tenova in Dalmine
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Tenova, a Techint Group company, is a worldwide partner for sustainable, innovative and reliable solutions in the metals and also through the well-known TAKRAF and DELKOR brands in the mining industries. Tenova leverages a workforce of over 2,500 forward-thinking professionals located in 18 countries across 5 continents, who design technologies and develop services that help companies reduce costs, save energy, limit environmental impact and improve working conditions.
Your role in Tenova: Automation Project Engineer
Description: Automation Project Engineer
Automation Project Engineer with responsibilities for designing automation systems and supervising/coordinating their commissioning.
Main responsibilities:
- Definition and structuring of automation systems
- Preparation of automation system engineering (system architecture, networks, remote I/O, motor list, I/O list, cable list, etc.)
- Preparation of technical specifications for the purchase of control systems (PC/PLC, software), panels and accessories
- Supervision and coordination of suppliers who develop detailed engineering and the construction of panels and accessories
- Support for software engineers who develop automation
- Supervision and coordination of testing activities for panels and automation systems (FAT - Factory Acceptance Test)
- Supervision and coordination of automation system commissioning activities.
What we ask for:
- Experience in defining and designing PLC-based automation systems (components,
distribution, networks, SCADA platforms), preferably for steelworks (electric furnaces, fume systems, silo systems, etc.)
- Alternatively, experience in the management/maintenance of automation systems for steelworks or other moderately complex industrial plants
- Skills and experience in the electrical engineering of automation systems (P&ID;, SCADA/PLC system architecture, signal lists, electrical diagrams, cable lists)
- Good knowledge of English
- Knowledge and use of electrical CAD (AutoCAD and SPAC)
- Knowledge of DCS systems is considered a plus
- Knowledge of PLC programming is considered a plus
- Willingness to travel in Italy and abroad (up to 30% of the time)
What we offer
- The opportunity to contribute to Upstream&TAT; activities with a direct impact on business performance
- A dynamic and international environment where ideas are valued and innovation is encouraged
- Continuous learning opportunities through training, exposure to new technologies and cross-functional collaboration.
- Performance Management through an annual appraisal and development process
- Company canteen available on site
- Supplementary healthcare coverage
- Well-being initiatives to support employees
For the position, the starting gross annual salary will be from€36.000, with the final offer determined based on the candidate’s seniority, experience, and skills, as well as the outcome of the selection process.
Workplace: Castellanza (VA)
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