Automation & Control System Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 11, 2026. First seen by Alion on Jun 25, 2026. Saipem scores B on the Alion truth index.
Join Saipem and engineer a sustainable future.
We are a global leader in engineering and construction for the energy and infrastructure sectors, delivering complex onshore and offshore projects worldwide. Driven by technological innovation as “One Company”, our 30,000 people from over 130 nationalities in more than 50 countries work every day to enable the energy transition toward Net Zero. At Saipem, we embrace diversity as a driver of innovation and inclusion, while prioritizing people’s safety and environmental sustainability, even in the most challenging conditions.
As Automation & Control System Engineer, you will respond to the Head of SMAUT Department and be part of the ENCAR.
How can you support us? Here below your responsibilities:
Read, analyze, review and mechanize P&IDs. Develop and review Block Diagrams, Control Narratives, Sequence Flow Charts, Cause and Effect Diagrams, Logic Diagrams, Instrument Loop Diagrams; populate and maintain Project Control Systems I/Os Databases.
Properly interpret and apply codes & standards and customer design requirements, for the preparation of Control Systems design products.
Attend and perform Control Systems FAT/IFAT and SAT and witnessing the compliance of vendor in meeting the project requirements.
Interact with Client representatives, Vendors, Subcontractors for technical topics and review Control Systems Vendor Functional Design Specifications/Drawings/Procedures/Manuals to ensure their technical compliance.
Support the proposal efforts in projects bids preparing man-hour estimates and planning activities for proposals as required.
What are we looking for?
Education: Master’s Degree in Automation & Control System Engineer or equivalent
Experience: minimum 5 years as automation engineer within
oil & gas, petrochemical, renewable or floaters sectors
Languages: English (C1), Italian (C1)
Technical/IT Skills:
Detailed knowledge, with direct experience with Control and Safety Systems (i.e. DCS, ESD/SIS, F&G, PLCs, MMS, CCS, RTU, SCADA) .
Familiar with Control and Safety Systems codes and standards both domestic and international
SPI (Smart Plant Instrumentation) knowledge
What else should you know? You will have the opportunity to travel abroad based on the projects you will work for and within the project assigned.
What can we offer to you:
Permanent Contract - CCNL Energia e Petrolio
For home office contract: Pay not lower than 45.000 €
Corporate Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, internal gym, discounts and partnerships, services related to health, family, well-being, and in-house cafeteria.
Hybrid working model: Smart Working options and flexible hours to help you achieve a better work-life balance.
Location: Milan (Italy)
Transparency Note
At the end of the selection process, the Company reserves the right to offer a different job level and/or salary package compared to what is indicated in this job posting, in line with the candidate’s professional experience, technical and soft skills.
Any deviation shall be duly justified and documented in accordance with internal procedures and the Non-Discrimination Statement. Such deviation shall in no way be related to:
the remuneration received by the candidate in previous employment relationships;
any subjective or discriminatory factors, including but not limited to gender or other personal characteristics.
Regulatory Compliance
The decision:
- is made in compliance with the principle of equal pay for the same work or work of equal value;
- complies with the pay transparency requirements set out in EU Directive 2023/970 and the relevant national implementing legislation.
Additional Information
We support your development! Do you feel you might not fit this role perfectly? If you think you can contribute to our business development in the future, don’t hesitate to apply anyway through our spontaneous application form!
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