Automation Engineer – HMI & SCADA (all gender)

Role summary

Automation Engineer – HMI & SCADA (all gender) is a role at ALTEN in Schwaz, Tyrol, Austria (hybrid). Posted 2026-10-19. Salary: EUR 3,800 per month. Experience level: 2-5.

Job title

Automation Engineer – HMI & SCADA (all gender)

Company

ALTEN

Location

Schwaz, Tyrol, Austria

Work arrangement

hybrid

Category

Software Engineering

Salary

EUR 3,800 per month

Experience level

2-5

Date posted

2026-10-19

Job description

Company Description

We are the designers of today for the world of tomorrow.

As one of the world's leading engineering service providers, we at ALTEN are committed to positively shaping the future of our partners, the careers of our employees and the challenges facing our society and environment.

More than 50,000 employees in 30 countries are already working on innovative solutions in various engineering and IT sectors such as automotive, aerospace, renewable energy, medical technology and railway technology.

Job Description

YOU...

design, maintain, and continuously improve HMI & SCADA systems for industrial applications

configure HMI/SCADA screens, alarms, tags, trends, and historization of process and measurement data

create reusable templates, scripts, and tools to optimize project-specific customizations and improve engineering efficiency

execute projects according to established development processes and agile methodologies such as SCRUM

collaborate closely with PLC software developers, system architects, and product owners to implement new functionalities

work directly with operators, service teams, and stakeholders to ensure usability, reliability, and user acceptance

provide troubleshooting and third-level remote support for HMI/SCADA systems in the field

perform testing, validation, and quality assurance activities to ensure stable and reliable system performance

create and maintain technical documentation, engineering specifications, and user manuals

support the continuous development of digital solutions for industrial automation and energy systems

Qualifications

YOU...

have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, Control Engineering, or a related technical field

have experience with measurement, control, and process automation technologies

are familiar with SCADA systems such as WinCC, Zenon, Bachmann Atvise, or comparable platforms

have experience working with industrial PLC and automation systems

possess knowledge of industrial communication protocols and interfaces, ideally including OPC UA

have basic programming and scripting skills as well as an understanding of web technologies

are familiar with commissioning, troubleshooting, and support activities in industrial environments

enjoy working in interdisciplinary teams and collaborating with international stakeholders

have a structured, solution-oriented, and proactive way of working

have excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken

Salary starting at €3,800 gross per month (based on 38.5 hours/week), with a clear willingness to offer a higher salary depending on qualifications and professional experience.

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications – regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, disability, age and sexual orientation and identity.

Severely disabled persons will be given preferential consideration if they are equally qualified.

Do you have any questions?

Then contact me: Maja Kujundzic (+43 669 10979556).

Or apply now using our online application form.

Additional Information

Talent Management - we develop your career

Work life balance - flexible working hours and mobile working possible

...and of course we offer the usual standards such as many events, permanent employment contract and corporate benefits.

Contract Type: Permanent

Region: Tirol