Automation Engineer

Who is Lafarge?

As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Lafarge is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are becoming a net-zero company, with our people and communities at the heart of our success. We are driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. It’s all thanks to our 7,000 talented people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products.

Who are Lafarge People?

Lafarge people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers, communities, and colleagues.

About the Job

Role holder is responsible for the application and maintenance of automation and control principles in order to facilitate the achievement of world class reliability factor of the plant. In this role, he/she will carry out the maintenance and sustainability of the platform of control for the automatic operation of the plant and the process optimization, by mean of tools of software and hardware currently installed or the application of new technologies. The platform includes: Process Controllers, HMI system, Industrial Networks, Kiln Scanners, Local Panels, Reporting tool and other related Integrated Systems.

What you'll be doing

• Maintenance for the Platform of Hardware and Software and all the items related to the Control system, according/with guides of SAP (Planning, WO, Daily Tracking, Failure analysis, Critical Spares, Asset History and all the Key Indicators of Availability and Productivity).
• Assurance of the Correct Protections and Alarms for plant equipment’s through the control logic and based on specific Operational Parameters of the machines and Managers guidelines.
• Process Optimization and Continuous improvement in the operation.
• Ensuring the Development and Updating of the Backup of all information and electronics parts of the plant control system.
• Analyze and Monitor the performance of Infrastructure components of the Control Systems
• Keeping the Historical Failures of Automated systems of the plant with good quality information.
• Maintain Current Plans and diagrams of the control system.
• Maintenance of Systems related to the Control system such as Quality system, Reporting Applications, Telecommunications Systems.
• Support in the Design and Configuration of Production Reports with Key Process Indicators KPI `s in manageable formats, Integrating SCADA systems, X-ray equipment, Energy meters and other systems (Shell scanner, Servers, SAP, TIS, HLC, HMI, PCS).
• Ensure Parameterization of Control Systems.
• Ensure Optimal Implementation of New Automation Technology Platforms.
• Ensure the Availability and Updating of process control data.
• Ensure the smooth running of resources and specific tools of Process Control Systems.
• Ensure Proper Compliance with the Plant Health and safety procedures, IMS and the environment

Who you'll be working with

Internal

• Electrical Manager, Electrical Department for work coordination, safety talk/issues, sharing operations data, planning & scheduling.
• Coordination with other departments (Production/process/Safety/Finance/Methods/ Mechanical /Procurement/new projects) for shut down preparation, inter-dependent maintenance jobs, budget preparation, project coordination, day to day Activities, involved in safety activities, technical evaluations for spares orders,

External:

• Subcontractors, suppliers of Automation Equipment.
• Automation Services’ Providers for service
• Peers within Lafarge Group for sharing of best practices and resolving technical issues.

What we are looking for

• Engineering degree specialized in Electrical/Electronics.
• Minimum of 4-6 years’ professional experience in Automation
• In-depth knowledge in Siemens S7 PLC programming by: ladder & function blocks.
• In-depth knowledge of Siemens S7 hardware structure.
• Knowledge in Industrial Profibus network troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Knowledge in FLS DCS automation package. (ECS) (Advantage)
• Knowledge in administering and configuring TCP/IP based networks. Knowledge in Operating Systems installation and administration.
• Knowledge in industrial Electrical & Instrumentation (installation, loop checking, calibration and commissioning).
• Knowledge in pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Capable of interpreting engineering documents such as P&ID's, data sheets, instrument indexes, loop drawings, panel layouts etc.
• Ability to read all types of electrical drawing wiring, single line diagram, and ladder diagram and function block diagram.
• Strong troubleshooting / faultfinding skills.
• Knowledge of international codes, standards and regulations (IEEE-ANSI-ISA- NEMA)
• Ability to understand, simplify and communicate technology and ideas
• Awareness about Safety rules and regulations

Behavioral Competencies

• Good interpersonal skills
• Strong team player
• Adaptable
• Tact and tolerant

Leadership and Managerial abilities:

• Excellent management skills and ability to organize and plan effectively to meet both short and long range goals and objectives.
• Ability to manage multiple project plans successfully and simultaneously.
• Ability to motivate individuals and teams
• Able to coach and direct a diverse team.

Your Lafarge Experience

At Lafarge, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.