Automation Engineer

Job Title – Automation Engineer

Location – Karawang, Indonesia

This position reports to the Maintenance Manager and is based at Firmenich Aromatics Indonesia, Karawang Plant. The role is responsible for designing, programming, and maintaining automated systems to enhance manufacturing efficiency, quality, and safety. It involves working with PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems, troubleshooting automation issues, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems.
• Develop and implement automation solutions for production processes.
• Support maintenance teams in resolving automation-related issues.
• Ensure compliance with HSE, Food Safety, GMP, and industry regulations.
• Maintain documentation and provide training to operators and technicians.
• Collaborate on system integration and continuous improvement initiatives.

We offer:

• A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers.
• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset.
• A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally.
• The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose.
• A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome.
• Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity.

You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in industrial automation or control systems.
• Proficient in PLC programming and familiar with HMI/SCADA systems.
• Strong understanding of industrial networks and system architecture.
• Skilled in instrumentation, calibration, and safety systems.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork abilities.

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don't just meet expectations – we go beyond them.  Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it's fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that's better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you're making a difference, we'll make sure you're growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They're essential to our future. 

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that's exactly the kind of culture we're building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we're serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we're committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we're here to help – just let us know what you need, and we'll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We're managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you're applying as an individual, we'd love to hear from you. We're not accept agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.