Industrial Automation Engineer - PLC/SCADA Expert (Buenos Aires)

Job Description Summary: At The Coca‑Cola Company, we refresh the world and make a difference through innovation, collaboration, and purpose-driven work. With iconic brands and a strong manufacturing footprint, our teams play a critical role in ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operations. We are seeking an Automation Engineer to join our Plant in CABA , serving as a technical reference for automated systems and leading the coordination of effective solutions across the plant. This role is designed for a professional with strong automation and control systems expertise who enjoys leading problem-solving efforts, coordinating stakeholders, and contributing to engineering and improvement initiatives. The idóneo candidate brings analytical thinking, creativity, and a collaborative mindset within an industrial automation environment. This position does not have direct reports but includes functional coordination of external vendors and contractors. The role operates primarily in a manufacturing plant environment, following established safety standards. What you’ll do for us In this role, you will help ensure the reliability and performance of automated equipment, systems, and shopfloor networks. Key responsibilities include:
- Lead and coordinate the diagnosis and resolution of automation failures , acting as the technical reference and ensuring timely normalization alongside internal teams and external vendors.
- Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities for automated lines and networks, ensuring proper prioritization and execution.
- Provide advanced automation and control systems expertise to Plant, Maintenance, IT, and Automation stakeholders, supporting troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Develop and coordinate engineering and automation projects , including scope definition, technical design, execution follow‑up, and validation of results.
- Enable cross‑functional collaboration with Production, Maintenance, IT, and suppliers, ensuring alignment with technical, safety, and quality standards. What are the qualifications needed
- Bachelor’s degree in Electronic, Automation, Mechatronic, or Electrical Engineering , preferably with specialization in Automation or Control Systems.
- Advanced English proficiency for collaboration with global teams and international suppliers.
- Previous experience in Automation, Control Systems, or a comparable role in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
- Advanced knowledge of PLC programming (preferably Ladder) for diagnostics and fault identification.
- Advanced knowledge of HMI programming panels .
- Ability to identify and resolve issues in SCADA systems .
- Strong interpretation of electrical and control schematics .
- Experience with Rockwell Automation tools (Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View).
- Knowledge of Inductive Ignition platforms.
- Understanding of industrial networking and OT environments .
- Familiarity with Modbus TCP/RTU, PROFINET, and Ethernet/IP protocols. What we’ll do for you
- Grow your capabilities through exposure to advanced automation technologies, engineering communities of practice, and cross‑plant collaboration.
- Support your well‑being in a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace with a stable Monday–Friday schedule (11:00 AM to 8:00 PM).
- Make a meaningful impact by contributing to automation reliability, productivity, and continuous improvement at scale. Skills: Automation, Automation Engineering, Communication Network, Compliance, Control Circuits, Corrective Maintenance, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Ethernet IP, HMI/SCADA, HMI Programming, Mechatronics, PLC Programming, PROFINET, Troubleshooting Location(s): Argentina City/Cities: Capital Federal Travel Required: 00%
- 25% Relocation Provided: No Job Posting End Date: May 28, 2026 Our Purpose and Growth Culture: We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola. #J-18808-Ljbffr Postúlate en Kit Empleo: kitempleo.com.ar/empleo/q9v33