Automation Engineer

Join Walter and help drive the future of Advanced Manufacturing Solutions.

Location

Vila do Conde, Portugal.

About Us

At SERI, we design and manufacture clamping devices and special-purpose machines that have been driving industry forward for over 35 years.

We are part of the Walter Group, an international reference in industrial engineering and technology. At Walter, we are transforming the way manufacturing solutions are delivered to some of the world's most demanding industries.

Through the combination of cutting tools, workholding, fixtures, automation, engineering and turnkey manufacturing solutions, we help customers improve productivity, quality and competitiveness.

We are looking for an Automation Engineer to strengthen our technical team!

If you are passionate about automation, programming, and developing innovative industrial solutions, this is an opportunity to be involved in unique projects, following the entire lifecycle of the special-purpose machines we develop, from design and programming to installation and customer support.

What You Will Do

• •Develop electrical projects for special-purpose industrial machines;
• •Create electrical schematics and technical documentation;
• •Program PLCs and industrial automation systems;
• •Participate in equipment commissioning and validation activities;
• •Diagnose and resolve faults and technical issues related to automation and control systems;
• •Provide specialized technical support to national and international customers;
• •Prepare technical reports for interventions and support activities;
• •Identify opportunities for equipment and process improvement and optimization;
• •Collaborate with engineering, production, and assembly teams in the development of innovative technical solutions.

What We Are Looking For

• •Degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, or a related field;
• •Minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience in industrial automation environments;
• •Experience in PLC programming, preferably using Siemens TIA Portal;
• •Knowledge of industrial automation, instrumentation, and control systems;
• •Experience in creating and interpreting electrical schematics;
• •Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• •Professional proficiency in English (minimum B2 level);
• •Strong interpersonal and customer-oriented skills;
• •Proactive attitude, autonomy, and sense of responsibility;
• •Availability for national and international travel.

Why Join Us

• •Integration into a leading international group;
• •Participation in innovative and technically challenging projects;
• •Opportunity to work on tailor-made special-purpose machines for international customers;
• •Collaborative, dynamic, and innovation-driven work environment;
• •Continuous training and professional development opportunities;
• •Attractive benefits package, including private health insurance.

Ready to take the next step in your career? We look forward to hearing from you!

➡️ Apply now and help us shape the future of advanced manufacturing and machining solutions.

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