BSI Automation Expert

On-site

About this role

 
Who we are

You’ll be joining a diverse and ambitious team, spread across Germany, Canada, and Spain, all working together to shape the future of sustainable energy. At PowerCo we celebrate collaboration, progress and that spark that turns bold ideas into real impact. From our new gigafactory in Sagunto (Valencia), we’re driving a project that’s transforming both the region and the future of clean mobility in Europe — and you can be part of it.

  
 
Your role and key responsibilities

Clean & Dry Room Automation Expert responsible for the design, integration, and optimization of automation systems used in cleanrooms and dry rooms within advanced battery cell manufacturing environment.

1. Design Management & Coordination
• Involve in tender phase to define requirements, review and validate technical offers from bidders, and lead technical alignment (Q&A list from suppliers)
• Lead and coordinate the review of contractor design deliverables, track progress and define alternative solutions in case of design difficulties/delays
• Ensure alignment across disciplines (avoid gaps, inconsistencies)
• Consolidate technical feedback and provide unified responses
• Design and implement automation solutions for cleanroom and dry room environments
• Understanding the P&ID concept + Control Philosophy + Control Narrative
• Integrate environmental control systems with PLC, SCADA, and BMS platforms
• Define control architecture for environmental systems including HVAC, dehumidification units, and air handling units
• Develop automation strategies for humidity, temperature, and pressure control
• Coordinate integration between process equipment automation and facility automation systems.
• Support digitalization initiatives, including dashboards and predictive monitoring
• Support Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT)
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives for environmental control segarlar field


2. Compliance Assurance
• Ensure designs and philisophy comply with: 
      • Employer’s Requirements (ER)
      • Local regulations and codes
      • Project standards and specifications
• Identify deviations and drive corrective actions

3. Contractor Interface
• Act as the primary technical interface and single point of contact (SPOC) with the contractor
• Provide technical guidance to contractors and system integrators
• Monitor design progress vs. project milestones 
• Support the timely assessment of RFIs 

4. Stakeholder Management
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (facilities, equipment planning, logistics, production, HSE, maintenance, quality) on a daily basis
• Integrate inputs from different departments into the ER
• Ensure stakeholder requirements are properly reflected

5. Design Review Governance
• Organise and lead: 
       o Design review meetings
       o Technical workshops
       o Coordination sessions
• Track comments, decisions, and open points

6. Risk & Change Management
• Monitor design performance indicators and provide early warnings when critical activities show risk of delay (technical, regulatory, constructability)
• Escalate critical issues early, provide management summaries
• Support mitigation strategies
• Provide technical input to permitting activities (led by HSE/permitting), ensuring alignment with design
• Support change management processes by assessing technical impacts (scope, cost, schedule, compliance)

  
 
What you bring to the team
  • Experience in Battery, Pharmaceutical, semi-conductor Clean & Dry room project management is preferred
  •  Ability to adapt to and maintain flexibility with thefacility juggling of multiple projects 
  •  Advanced competency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) 
  • Advanced competency with Design & 3D software( AutoCAD, Revit, 3D max, Lumion. etc ) 
  • Working knowledge of OneDrive, SharePoint, MS Teams, Concur and SAP strongly desired 
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills 
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills 
  • Strong communication and cross‑functional coordination abilities
  • Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines
  
 
What makes you stand out
  • Demonstrates adaptability to shifting priorities and demands.
  • Bachelor's degree in Automation, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
  • Minimum 4 years’ experience in Engineering
  • Please submit your CV in English
 
What to look forward to
  • PowerCo Battery Spain S.A.U. provides an unique opportunity to be part of a growing company with a strong sustainable and innovative conscience. With a flexible, friendly and ambitious work environment. In addition, it will allow you to advance your career alongside a group of diverse and talented colleagues.
  • Permanent contract and competitive remuneration packet.
  • Flat hierarchies.
  • Shift work
   

Company at a glance

At PowerCo, we are shaping the battery future. Founded by the Volkswagen Group in 2022, PowerCo is a globally operating battery cell manufacturer with a strong commitment to sustainability. The company, headquartered in Salzgitter, is rooted in Europe and is responsible for the development and production of battery cells, as well as the vertical integration of the value chain. PowerCo is currently ramping-up three cell factories with a combined capacity of up to 200 gigawatt-hours per year: Salzgitter in Germany, Valencia in Spain, and St. Thomas in Canada.
Our company is dedicated to driving sustainable energy solutions that contribute to a greener future, leveraging our expertise and innovation to make a positive impact on the global energy landscape.

Founded2022
Team Size1,001-5,000 employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryRenewable Energy Equipment Manufacturing
Location
Sagunt / Sagunto, Valencian Community, Spain
Websitepowerco.de
LinkedInLinkedIn

Top Benefits

  • Permanent Contract
  • Competitive Remuneration Packet
  • Flat Hierarchies
  • Flexible Work Environment

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