Automation Engineer

Automation & Equipment Integration Engineer Contract type: Freelance contract paying €45 to €65 per hour depending on experience📍 Hamburg, Germany | Full-time hybrid contract | Manufacturing / Industrial IT About the Company Join a global technology manufacturer that develops and produces advanced electronic components used in high-performance industrial and consumer products. With a team of over 10,000 professionals worldwide, we combine innovation, precision, and dedication to create world-class solutions. Our culture encourages ownership, teamwork, and continuous growth - where your ideas truly make an impact. About the Role iO Associates is partenered with a leading global company who are looking for a freelance Automation & Equipment Integration Engineer to contribute to their IT and automation systems team.In this role, you will design, improve, and support automation solutions that connect manufacturing equipment with digital systems - helping ensure stable, efficient, and data-driven production. You'll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and report directly to the site's technical management. Your Profile Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, IT, or a related technical field.Minimum 7 years of experience in automation engineering, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment.Solid understanding of PLCs, SCADA, and HMI systems.Experience integrating production equipment with IT systems or databases.Strong programming ability - ideally with ladder logic, Python, or C++. Key Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain automation systems and interfaces supporting advanced manufacturing processes.Develop and integrate software and data solutions for equipment connectivity between factory systems and IT infrastructure.Monitor system performance, perform analysis, and implement technical improvements to boost uptime and reliability.Collaborate with process and equipment engineers to ensure automation aligns with production targets and quality standards.Provide hands-on troubleshooting and technical support for automation and communication systems.Maintain accurate technical documentation including layouts, configurations, and operating procedures.Stay up-to-date with industry innovations and emerging automation technologies.Coordinate activities with external suppliers and service partners to ensure system stability and quality delivery.Participate in the planning and rollout of automation upgrades and improvement projects.Train and support production teams on best practices in automation and equipment usage. If you meet the requirements and are interested in this role, please apply with your updated CV today.