Engineering

Automation Engineer

Selex Engineering & Construction Company Limited·Lagos, nigeria·Full Time·Onsite
EngineeringFull TimeOnsite
-Closes Nov 30, 2026

Key Responsibilities

  • System Design & Integration: Support and lead the engineering, design, and implementation of industrial automation and control systems, including PLCs, DCS, and SCADA architectures.
  • Programming & Logic: Develop control logic, configure human-machine interfaces (HMIs), and program automation software for field operations and process control.
  • Instrumentation & P&IDs: Work with P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), loop diagrams, and field instrumentation specs.
  • Testing & Commissioning: Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and the field commissioning of automated systems.
  • Troubleshooting & Maintenance: Diagnose and resolve issues with industrial control hardware, PLCs, sensors, and communication networks to minimize downtime.
  • Documentation: Prepare technical specifications, I/O lists, control narratives, and operational documentation.

What We Are Looking For:

  • B.Eng in Electrical, Electronic, Mechatronics, Instrumentation, or Control Engineering
  • 2 - 6 years of relevant experience in industrial automation, PLC programming, and HMI/SCADA
  • Hands-on expertise with major PLC platforms and industrial communication protocols

Key skills

BA/BSc/HND
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At a glance

Company

Selex Engineering & Construction Company Limited

Location

Lagos, nigeria

Employment

Full Time

Work style

Onsite

Experience

Valid until

November 30, 2026

Created

October 31, 2026

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