Senior System Engineer (f/m)

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Company: PLS FedEx Express Poland Transportation Sp z o.o. Address: ul. Annopol 19 Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Worker Type: Regular Posting Start Date 27-paź-2026 Posting Close Date: 24-lis-2026 Job Family: FXE-EU: Industrial Engineer (ID) Position Summary: We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Senior System Engineer (f/m) Work location: Warsaw/Krakow Who we are: FedEx is the largest express transportation company in the world, connecting more than 220 countries and territories. We work every moment to deliver the most important package of someone’s day. Our team of passionate people know their day-to-day work is invaluable in delivering outstanding experience to our customers. 530,000 team members strong, we are as diverse as the world we serve. We love what we do, and we do it well. Our reach is big, and so are our dreams. Join us and let's write our next chapter together. What you will be doing: Act as the European Subject Matter Expert (SME) for automated material handling control systems, providing advanced technical support and guidance during critical escalations. Define, maintain, and govern European standards, specifications, and best practices for PLCs, SCADA systems, industrial networks, and automation architectures in collaboration with the Operations Technology team. Develop long-term technology roadmaps and lifecycle strategies to ensure reliability, maintainability, cybersecurity, and standardization across the European network. Lead automation obsolescence and modernization programs, including the replacement of end-of-life PLCs, SCADA systems, industrial PCs, drives, and associated control equipment. Initiate and support European engineering projects focused on system reliability, operational performance, standardization, and automation improvements. Develop technical specifications, design guidelines, and engineering requirements for new installations, retrofit projects, and control system upgrades. Support the deployment and continuous improvement of predictive maintenance solutions across European facilities, leveraging condition monitoring and equipment performance data to improve reliability and reduce downtime. Conduct root cause analysis of major equipment failures and drive sustainable corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and external vendors to identify opportunities for system improvements, cost optimization, and performance enhancements. Provide coaching, mentoring, and technical training to local System Engineers and central Maintenance teams, ensuring knowledge sharing and alignment with European standards. Review and validate vendor designs, technical proposals, and engineering solutions to ensure compliance with corporate standards and long-term technology strategies. Monitor emerging technologies, industry trends, and automation best practices to support continuous innovation within the European network. What do you bring with you: Bachelor's or preferably Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics. Several years of experience in automation, controls engineering, maintenance engineering, reliability engineering, or material handling systems. Subject Matter Expert in industrial automation technologies including PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, industrial networks, and material handling systems. Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills for complex operational and control system issues. Ability to develop and govern technical standards, specifications, and lifecycle management strategies across multiple sites. Experience with CMMS/EAM platforms (Maximo, SAP EAM, IFS) and the use of maintenance and operational data to drive reliability improvements. Strong analytical and reporting skills, including the use of Excel, Power BI, and data visualization tools. Excellent communication, training, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to support and mentor field engineering teams. Knowledge of industrial cybersecurity, backup, disaster recovery, and automation version control practices. Understanding of machinery safety standards and regulations (ISO 13849, IEC 62061, CE Machinery Regulation). Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives involving Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, IT, and external vendors. Predictive Maintenance, Condition Monitoring, and Reliability Engineering expertise is a strong plus. What do we offer: Atractive compensation package Training to get you started and on-the-job learning opportunities Extensive learning resources to further develop your skills and knowledge Tuition Assistance Program Employee Assistance Program for you and your family in difficult life situations Employee reduced-rate shipping Great career opportunities FedEx is one of the worlds most admired companies and trusted brands year after year Bring your ideas, individuality, and dreams to our global community. Feel good about where you work. Choose your career path - we’re ready to invest in your development. Join FedEx. Master: Engineering English (Required) FedEx was built on a philosophy that puts people first, one we take seriously. We are an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce in which we provide growth opportunities for all Our Company FedEx Express is one of the world's largest express transportation companies and has consistently been selected as one of the top 10 World’s Most Admired Companies by "Fortune" magazine. Every day FedEx delivers for its customers with transportation and business solutions, serving more than 220 countries and territories around the globe. We can serve this global network due to our outstanding team of FedEx team members, who are tasked with making every FedEx experience outstanding. Our Philosophy The People-Service-Profit philosophy (P-S-P) describes the principles that govern every FedEx decision, policy or activity. FedEx takes care of our people; they, in turn, deliver the impeccable service demanded by our customers, who reward us with the profitability necessary to secure our future. The essential element in making the People-Service-Profit philosophy such a positive force for the company is where we close the circle, and return these profits back into the business, and invest back in our people. Our success in the industry is attributed to our people. Through our P-S-P philosophy, we have a work environment that encourages team members to be innovative in delivering the highest possible quality of service to our customers. We care for their well-being, and value their contributions to the company. Our Culture Our culture is important for many reasons, and we intentionally bring it to life through our behaviors, actions and activities in every part of the world. The FedEx culture and values have been a cornerstone of our success and growth since we began in the early 1970’s. While other companies can copy our systems, infrastructure and processes, our culture makes us unique and is often a differentiating factor as we compete and grow in today’s global marketplace.