Process Automation Engineer

Demo SA, one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical manufacturers in injectable facilities, is currently seeking for a Process Automation Engineer, who will be responsible for implementing business processes on a workflow platform to improve operational efficiency. This position is based in Tripoli.

Main duties and Responsibilities

• Programming, configuration, maintenance, and optimization of industrial automation systems

• Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving automation and electrical issues in production and packaging lines
• Modification and improvement of existing PLC programs
• Participation in automation system upgrades and migration projects (e.g. Siemens S5 to S7)
• Development, configuration, and maintenance of HMI systems (Siemens WinCC or equivalent)
• Monitoring and support of SCADA systems
• Commissioning of new equipment and automation systems
• Installation and integration of new production equipment
• Reading, understanding, and applying electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic diagrams
• Support and maintenance of automation control panels
• Collaboration with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to improve process efficiency
• Ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation of automation systems

Requirements

• Degree in Automation or Electrical Engineering (TEI / AEI) with good command of technical English
• Strong experience with Siemens PLCs (S5, S7), TIA Portal, and PLC programming (Ladder, FBD, STL), including troubleshooting, modifications, and migration projects (e.g. S5 to S7)
• Experience with HMI (Siemens WinCC or equivalent) and knowledge of SCADA systems
• Knowledge of industrial communication networks (Profibus, Profinet, Modbus)
• Hands-on experience with drives/inverters, servo motors, industrial sensors, and automation control panels
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics, with experience in production and packaging lines
• Strong problem-solving, organizational skills and structured technical thinking

Benefits

The company offers competitive remuneration, continuous learning and development opportunities, and a friendly and challenging working environment.