Job Description:

Controls & Automation Engineer (d/f/m)

Mars is one of the largest consumer goods manufacturers in the world. At its site in Bruck an der Leitha, Mars produces the well-known pet food brand Royal Canin®. More than 350 employees are committed to healthy and customized nutrition every day to optimally support the health of dogs and cats. Would you like to take on responsibility and work in an international environment whose products inspire people and animals all over the world? Then Mars is the right place for you!

Take your engineering career to the next level and strengthen our team at the Royal Canin plant in Bruck an der Leitha (30 min drive from Vienna) as Controls & Automation Engineer. In this position you are responsible for all Automation Engineering projects on site including development and implementation of a Controls masterplan for our factory in Bruck/Leitha, whilst ensuring conformance to legislation and Mars standards. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, have a passion for controls/automation, and are committed to delivering projects that drive business success, this is the role for you!

What are we looking for?

• Degree in Automation Engineering/Electrical Engineering/Mechatronics

• A minimum of 5 years of experience on the job in relevant area

• Profound knowledge of PLC, SCADA, MES and ERP systems

• Stand-alone and problem-solving skills to tackle complex project challenges

• Strong project management skills to ensure timely and successful project delivery

• Proven ability to work effectively within high-performing teams and contribute to a collaborative environment

• Strong communication, listening, and influencing skills to engage and motivate team members and stakeholders

• Fluent English skills and basic German skills are essential

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Lead the design and execution of projects, ensuring compliance with legal and MARS standards, while applying and enhancing global control standards at site

• Manage multiple responsibilities including project execution, functional support, personal development, with a focus on growing in the role

• Drive the initiation and implementation of technical improvements across factory facilities to enhance efficiency and performance

• Actively engage and lead project team members, encouraging proactive performance and ownership of assigned tasks

• Oversee and coordinate the work of external contractors, ensuring effective management and seamless project execution

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and all factory departments to ensure smooth integration, efficient project delivery, and aligned objectives

• Ensure delivery of assigned objectives in scope, time, budget, and cash flow

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles

• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today

• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University

• A gross annual base salary starting at EUR 64.300 (full-time) plus company bonus, we are willing to pay more based on your experience and background

• An attractive benefits package including company pension plan

• Enjoy our staff restaurant on site that is offering a diverse range of healthy food

• Use flexible/hybrid working time models and bring your dog to work

• Free parking at the office

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.