Automation Software Engineer

Zurich-based green-tech company Hitachi Zosen Inova (HZI) is a global leader in solutions for energy transition and circular economy including Energy from Waste (EfW) and Renewable Gas (RG), operating as part of the Hitachi Zosen Corporation Group. HZI acts as a project developer, technology supplier and engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contractor delivering complete turnkey plants and system solutions for thermal and biological waste recovery. Its solutions are based on efficient and environmentally sound technologies, are thoroughly tested, and can be flexibly adapted to customer requirements. HZI’s Service Solutions Group combines its own research and development with comprehensive manufacturing and erection capabilities to provide support throughout a plant’s entire plant cycle. HZI works for customers ranging from established waste management companies to up-and-coming partners in new markets. Its innovative and reliable solutions have been part of more than 1,600 reference projects worldwide.

Find out more about HZI at www.hz-inova.com.

• Engineering and execution of the Distributed Control System (DCS) for Energy from Waste (EfW) plants
• DCS software application development for Energy from Waste (EfW) Plants
• Configuration of Network Devices (Managed Switches, Routers, Firewalls)
• Initial setup and configuration of industrial PC’s
• Factory Acceptance Testing of DCS Hardware and Software including Safety Instrumented Systems
• Commissioning of DCS systems for Energy from Waste (EfW) plants, both on site and remote
• Design and coordination of IT/OT interface for EfW plants
• Interface coordination and collaboration with other project team members and package unit suppliers
• Continuous improvement on DCS templates, templates, typicals
• Support of tendering and commissioning team
• Willingness to travel approx. 20%

• Several years of experience in DCS Software Application development, preferably in power plant applications
• Experience in engineering, software application development and troubleshooting of Distributed Control Systems
• Good knowledge of IT and various bus communication protocols (Profibus, Profinet, ModbusTCP, IEC104, OPC)
• Functional Safety Engineer certificate is an advantage
• Cyber Security Engineer certificate is an advantage
• Proactive and solution-oriented approach, ability to make decisions
• Ability to work under stress
• Fluency in English, German and other languages are an advantage
• Commissioning and operational experience is an advantage
• Good MS Office user knowledge
• Very good knowledge of Siemens PCS7 and TIA Portal
• Knowledge of Comos is an advantage
• High degree of understanding of quality assurance

Employee perks, benefits

Employment contract for an indefinite period
+ 13th Salary
Financial reward for working anniversaries
Flexible working time (core time 9-3:30)
Home Office possible 2 days a week
Extra days of leave (+1 day after the first, third and fifth year of service)
Extra days of leave for special personal events (e.g., wedding, graduation etc.)
Modern infrastructure
Free drinking regime (coffee)
Recreation allowance
Multisport card
The third pillar of the pension scheme
Support for professional and career growth, education and training
Supportive and team-oriented working environment

For HR agencies: Please note that we do not accept applications coming from agencies. Thank you.