Automation Expert

Job Description

APM Terminals

Opportunity

APM Terminals is a port infrastructure leader, uniquely positioned to help both shipping line and landside customers grow their business and achieve better supply chain efficiency, flexibility, and dependability.

Part of A.P. Moller-Maersk, we leverage more than 100 years of industry experience to design and build high-quality container terminals.

Purpose

We are seeking a highly skilled Automation Expert to join our team, bringing a strong background in industrial automation, communication protocols, networking, and programming. This individual will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining automation solutions aimed at improving industrial operations. Additionally, the Automation Expert will collaborate closely with Asset Management (AM) and IT/OT teams to ensure seamless integration and performance of automated systems.

Principal accountabilities

• Repair drive inverters
• Design, develop, and maintain industrial automation solutions.
• Configure and troubleshoot industrial communication protocols.
• Implement and manage industrial networks and telecommunications.
• Configure and maintain MikroTik devices and networking solutions.
• Develop automation and control solutions using various programming languages.
• Work with automation and supervision software for system monitoring and control.
• Integrate cloud solutions and infrastructure tools for industrial automation.
• Manage and optimize database solutions for automation systems.
• Ensure security and access control measures for production and networking environments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless automation workflows.
• Provide technical documentation and training for internal teams.
• Ensure preventive and corrective maintenance for the GPS system on mobile equipment and RTGs.

Critical Skills

• Knowledge of PLCs, SCADA systems, experience in programming Siemens PLCs and SCADA systems, i.e. S7-300, S7-400, Simens HMI (WinCC Flexible), Siemens PC Systems (WinCC Advanced, WinCC 7.x or higher version) is a must.
• Industrial Protocols and Communication: OPC UA, MQTT, PROFIBUS PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, BACnet, DNP3, CANopen, EtherCAT, CAN bus, TCP/IP, OAuth 2.0API Keys
• Industrial Networks and Telecommunications: WIFI, LTE / 4G, Private Networks (Private LTE, 5G), Industrial Ethernet Networks
• MikroTik Devices and Configuration: MikroTik RouterOS, MikroTik RouterBoard, MikroTik hAP series, MikroTik CCR (Cloud Core Routers), MikroTik CRS (Cloud Router Switch), MikroTik SXT (Point-to-Point devices), MikroTik RB series (RouterBoard series), MikroTik Dude (Monitoring tool)
• Programming Languages: Python, C / C++ / C#, Visual Basic Scripting, JavaScript, React, Node.js (with MQTT, WebSockets, and GraphQL)
• Automation and Supervision Software: WinCC Explorer, Ignition, Step7, TIA Portal, Mosquitto (MQTT Broker), Postman, API Gateway
• Cloud and Infrastructure Tools: Microsoft Azure IoT Suite, Grafana & Prometheus, Terraform (Infrastructure as Code)
• Database Management and Big Data Solutions: MySQL, PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server

Who we are looking for

• Requires a Bac +2 and additional vocational/technical education – diploma in Automation and electronics. (Any additional training in PLC/ SCADA/ Electrical fields in any heavy industries is a plus).
• 1 to 3 years relevant work experience in an industrial machinery environment - marine port terminal preferred.
• Requires advanced verbal and written communication skills in English
• Requires advanced verbal and written communication skills in Spanish
• Ability to manage time and projects.

You have been reading so far, we’re glad to see you are interested. If you could see yourself in this role and you are keen to be part of the journey to establish a world-class function at APM Terminals, we look forward to hearing from you!

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