Electrical, Instrumentation and Control Engineer

Electrical Instrumentation and Control Engineer (Automation Engineer)

Location - Madrid

Work Arrangement - Hybrid

What we do at Weir

We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planets future depends on the transition to renewable energy and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock use less energy use water wisely and create less waste. Together we drive the shift to smart efficient and more sustainable mining.

Make your impact

Youll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. Youll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether thats through engineering planning or customer support. Youll work with purpose learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.

What youll do

Proposal & Tendering: Prepare technical and commercial inputs for new proposals including defining scope assumptions instrument lists control architecture and electrical requirements. Estimate engineering hours instrumentation costs and hardware needs. Support sales with technical clarifications and identify risks with mitigation strategies to ensure competitive clear and customer-aligned proposals.

Engineering Design & Documentation: Develop PFDs P&IDs control philosophies cause & effect diagrams and functional descriptions. Design control panels MCC PLC panels wiring diagrams cable routing and hardware configurations. Ensure compliance with IEC/NEC/NEMA standards and review external deliverables.

Instrumentation Definition Selection & Procurement: Define instruments per process and customer needs evaluate suppliers prepare datasheets and requisitions and ensure compatibility with control architecture. Follow up on vendor deliveries and documentation compliance.

Automation Control & Integration: Program PLC HMI and SCADA systems (Siemens Allen-Bradley Honeywell or customer-preferred). Configure control architectures and interface MCC PLC DCS and VFD systems. Support digital initiatives and advanced process control improvements.

Project Execution Follow-Up & Commissioning: Act as technical owner throughout project lifecycle from offer to handover. Attend key meetings provide engineering updates support site activities including troubleshooting and commissioning and ensure timely quality deliverables. Travel occasionally (2-4 days per trip 2-4 times per year) mainly within Europe Central Asia and North Africa.

Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviours in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.

What youll bring

Must-haves:

Bachelors degree in Automation Electrical Engineering Instrumentation & Control or similar.

Experience in Automation/E&I engineering roles including preparing technical proposals and cost estimations.

Excellent E&I design skills PLC programming commissioning and troubleshooting experience.

Proficiency in AutoCAD/EPLAN MS Office and knowledge of IEC NEC NEMA standards.

Nice-to-haves:

Masters degree in a relevant field.

Experience in mining aggregates mineral processing chemical or fertilizer industries.

Familiarity with SCADA systems (not mandatory).

Experience working across international projects and collaborating with diverse teams.

Why join Weir

We live our values we think safety first do the right thing respect each other aim high and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes.

Were passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights world-class engineering materials science expertise and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies.

We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. Were working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Career development and learning support

Access to global inclusion networks

Regional and team-specific benefits

Sharebuilder scheme

Wellness support for you and your family

Collaboration with global teams

Study support