INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION ENGINEER
1 day ago
Vitoria-Gasteiz
What is XFuel anyway? 🚀🌳⛽ At XFuel, we’re not just imagining a net-zero future — we’re building it. With patented waste-to-fuel technology, multiple pilot plants deployed, strong investor and EU backing, and a mission that matters, we’re scaling rapidly to decarbonise global transport. Join a high-impact, innovation-driven team where your work directly contributes to one of the world’s most urgent challenges. We offer a collaborative culture, tailored relocation package, and a highly competitive market salary. If you’re driven, sharp, and hungry to tackle one of the world’s toughest problems, jump in! Let’s build the future 🚀 What is my mission? 👩 💻👨 💻 Your first mission in XFuel is to assist in the automation of our core conversion & upgrading technologies. You will use the latest technology to improve, streamline and automate our plant processes, reducing the need for human interaction and maximising efficiency. You will be responsible for the planning, implementing, operating and monitoring of systems. We are seeking an automation engineer with a robust background in electronics and instrumentation. The ideal candidate should be proficient in assembling complete PLC systems, encompassing both digital and analogue sensors to variable frequency drives. Additionally, the candidate must be able to program basic automation and develop straightforward Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) for pilot plants and testing environments. Proficiency with Siemens PLCs and associated systems will be highly valued. Responsibilities 📌 In this role, you will be responsible for leading and executing all tasks required to deliver a complete automation system for a chemical process at pilot scale, while also guiding and supporting the team in scaling up to demo and full commercial operations. Work in collaboration with the team to define the process control philosophy in a continuous optimisation framework. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals that possess future leadership capabilities. Our focus is on individuals who excel in hands-on work and focus on executing work packages, and embrace a startup culture. Flexible mindset is a prerequisite for success in our dynamic environment. Specific responsibilities will include(but not limited to): • Identifying new opportunities for automation within industrial processes, • Simulating and testing these processes or equipment to ensure they function as desired, • Designing, programming and implementing new process control and automation systems, specifically with Siemens & Beckhoff, • Procuring relevant sensors and actuators for process control systems, • Writing technical reports outlining new concepts, testing outcomes, and ongoing efficiency, • Developing and maintaining clear and accurate documentation of automation equipment or processes, • Training operating staff after modifying or implementing new processes or equipment, • Troubleshooting automated processes or equipment when errors occur We’re looking for someone who: 🧠💚🥇 • Has 5+ years relevant experience in designing and implementing industrial process automation and control systems, • Consistent track record of working on and collectively delivering sophisticated projects, • Understanding of renewable energy concepts, trends, and economics, • Strong knowledge of instrumentation, including integration of sensors, electrical equipment, and motor controls to test communication and functionality, • Familiarity with Siemens and Beckhoff PLC systems (or similar), with proven ability to design, configure, and troubleshoot, • Experience in data collection and processing, with knowledge of machine learning applications considered a strong advantage for driving efficiency improvements, • Ability to work fluidly and effectively across business, operations, engineering, and industrial teams, • Excellent and clear communication skills for team-based working and external parties., • Can work both independently and collaboratively, as needed, to achieve your mission., • Highly motivated, proactive, and passionate, • Drawn to the company mission and vision, and excited to be part of our culture, • Self-starter who thrives in constantly evolving environments, ideally with early-stage, • Flexible mindset and enjoys hands-on work in a startup environment, • Fluent in English It would be beneficial to have familiarity with: 🧠🥈 • Holds a MSc degree or higher, • Fluent in Spanish Benefits 💰 • High-impact mission and purpose-driven culture, • Highly competitive salary, • Relocation package, • Startup equity and performance incentives, • Enhanced parental leave, • Budget for training and development, • Quarterly team lunches and socials, • Multicultural, international work environment Location 🌍 Mallorca, Spain (GMT +1) – It doesn’t get any better! Our Values 🙌 • We focus on impact – we work on problems that have the biggest impact., • We innovate to better serve our planet – we believe innovation is crucial in tackling climate change., • We act with integrity – do what’s right, even when it’s hard., • We are passionate and win together – we know that success is a result of great teams, positive energy and collaboration. What if you’re a partial fit? 🌱 We prioritise grit, positivity, and the willingness to get stuck in, and encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't exactly match this job description. Equal employment opportunity 🌈 XFuel is an equal opportunity employer: we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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