Controls Engineer

Job description

De Nora is an Italian multinational company, listed on the Euronext Milan stock exchange, a global provider of innovative technologies and solutions, and is recognized as a partner of choice for significant industrial electrochemical processes. Since its foundation in 1923, De Nora has been driven by the philosophy of continual improvement. Today, it is the world’s largest supplier of high-performing catalytic coatings and insoluble electrodes for electrochemical and industrial applications. It is also a leading supplier of equipment, systems, and processes for water disinfection and filtration. De Nora is committed to developing unconventional solutions to achieve the energy transition to decarbonization, the green hydrogen economy, and clean water for everyone. Watch the video to discover more: About the role We are seeking a Controls Engineer to support the design, development, programming, and deployment of automation and control systems for engineered solutions within the Water Technologies business. In this role, you will translate process requirements into reliable electrical and control system architectures, contributing to the delivery of safe, compliant, and high performing solutions for water treatment applications. You will work across the full project lifecycle - from design and documentation to testing, commissioning, and operational support - collaborating closely with process, mechanical, and electrical engineering teams, fabrication partners, and pilot commissioning teams to ensure robust and scalable automation solutions. Key Responsibilities • Design and develop electrical and control systems, translating process requirements into reliable automation architectures, including PLC and HMI solutions. • Select automation hardware and define control strategies in compliance with engineering and safety standards. Select and review process instruments and automation equipment required to meet project requirements. • Produce and maintain comprehensive engineering documentation to support fabrication and project execution. • Support the full project lifecycle, including planning, scheduling, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities. • Collaborate with internal teams and customers, providing technical input for execution, proposals, and product development. • Contribute to continuous improvement through standards development, new engineering methods, and optimization initiatives, ensuring health and safety compliance. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Computer Science, Instrumentation, or a related field. • Solid experience in industrial control systems, including PLC and HMI design, programming, and troubleshooting within process‑based environments. • Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles, control systems, industrial communication protocols, and applicable safety standards. • Ability to produce, interpret, and maintain technical documentation (e.g. schematics, I/O lists, control diagrams, detailed HMI description and operation docs, and system specifications). • Analytical and problem‑solving mindset, combined with clear communication and effective collaboration with cross‑functional and external stakeholders. • Availability to travel approximately 15–25% of the time to job sites, vendors, or other De Nora locations. Preferred experience • Experience in the water treatment or environmental technology industry. • Field experience supporting commissioning, start up, or troubleshooting activities, including SCADA integration. • Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical, ERP systems (e.g. SAP), and multiple PLC programming languages. • Relevant certifications (e.g. EIT, PE, or PLC/HMI vendor certifications). #LI-DNI About Us • Our Company: Dive into De Nora’s World • Our three business segments: Solutions • Our People: OPEN by De Nora | Surprising paths