Automation Engineer

Selex Engineering & Construction Company Limited | Lagos, Nigeria

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About the Role

Selex Engineering & Construction Company Limited is an indigenous engineering firm delivering exceptional value across the African market, starting with Nigeria. We provide comprehensive EPCIC-OM services primarily for the oil and gas industry, with strategic expansion plans into power, manufacturing, telecoms, and infrastructure. We are currently looking for a talented Automation Engineer to join our dynamic team and help us build the future of industrial automation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support and lead the engineering, design, and implementation of industrial automation and control systems, including PLCs, DCS, and SCADA architectures.
  • Develop robust control logic, configure human-machine interfaces (HMIs), and program automation software for seamless field operations and process control.
  • Interpret and work with Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), loop diagrams, and field instrumentation specifications.
  • Participate actively in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and the field commissioning of automated systems.
  • Diagnose and resolve complex issues involving industrial control hardware, PLCs, sensors, and communication networks to minimize downtime.
  • Prepare comprehensive technical specifications, I/O lists, control narratives, and detailed operational documentation.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng) in Electrical, Electronic, Mechatronics, Instrumentation, or Control Engineering.
  • 2 to 6 years of relevant hands-on experience in industrial automation, PLC programming, and HMI or SCADA systems.
  • Proven practical expertise working with major PLC platforms and standard industrial communication protocols.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to technical detail.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills suited for a fast-paced engineering environment.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary package commensurate with industry standards.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within a growing EPCIC-OM leader.
  • Comprehensive health insurance coverage for employees and dependents.
  • Continuous training and development programs to sharpen technical and leadership competencies.

Skills

Automation Engineering PLC Programming SCADA DCS Instrumentation P&ID HMI Configuration Control Systems
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