Automation Engineer – Career Growth Opportunity for Engineers

Job Title: Junior Automation Engineer

Location: Cairo, Egypt

About Us

At Siemens Smart Infrastructure, we are shaping the future of energy systems, buildings, and industries through digitalization and intelligent infrastructure. Our mission is to create smart, sustainable environments where technology works in harmony with human needs.

Within our Electrification & Automation business, we bring advanced grid automation, digital substation technologies, and protection systems to life. If you are a motivated, technically curious engineer at the start of your career, this is your opportunity to grow with one of the world’s most innovative companies.

Join us as a Junior Automation Engineer and become part of a team that's powering the future—today.

Your Role – Learning, Growing, and Making an Impact

As a Junior Automation Engineer, you will support the delivery of Substation Automation & Control projects under the guidance of senior team members. This is a hands-on engineering role where you will gain exposure to real-world systems, tools, and customer environments. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting commissioning activities for Substation Automation Systems including RTU, SCADA/HMI, and communication networks.
• Learning and working with key communication protocols: IEC 61850, IEC 101/104, Modbus, and others.
• Assisting in the configuration and testing of systems such as SICAM A8000, SICAM PAS, and SIPROTEC relays.
• Participating in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) with customers and technical teams.
• Supporting project documentation, reporting, and quality assurance activities.
• Gaining hands-on experience with tools such as DIGSI, SICAM Device Manager, and SICAM Toolbox.
• Collaborating with senior engineers to resolve technical issues and implement project-specific solutions.

Your Qualifications – Bright, Curious, and Ready to Learn

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Electronics & Communication, or a related field.
• First work experience in automation, control systems, or power systems (internships or graduation projects in relevant fields are a plus).
• Familiarity with concepts of protection systems, SCADA, or networking is desirable.
• Exposure to Siemens tools or similar platforms (e.g., DIGSI, WinCC, SICAM) is a strong advantage.
• Basic knowledge of networking and communication protocols (IEC 61850, Modbus, etc.) is preferred.
• Flexibility to travel and work on-site for project execution and commissioning.
• Strong problem-solving attitude and eagerness to learn in a hands-on environment.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken.
• A team player with a proactive mindset and a desire to build a career in smart grid technologies.

Why Join Siemens?

• A clear career path with learning, mentorship, and growth opportunities.
• Exposure to real-world energy automation projects and cutting-edge technologies.
• A dynamic and inclusive work culture where your ideas matter.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development programs.

What else do you need to know?

As a world leader in developing and producing the most advanced engineering technologies, we improve lives and further human achievements worldwide, while also protecting the climate - all thanks to our employees. Working with us, you have the foundation to develop personally and professionally. We give you the chance to do something significant that benefits society and human progress. We give you the chance to create a difference.

Diversity at Siemens is our source of creativity and innovation. Having different types of talent and experiences makes us more ambitious and better prepared to respond successfully to the demands of the Society. Therefore, we value the candidates that reflect the Diversity that we enjoy in our Company. Please find more information at www.siemens.com

At Siemens we are always challenging ourselves to build a better future. We need the most innovative and diverse Digital Minds to develop tomorrow ‘s reality. Find out more about the Digital world of Siemens here: www.siemens.com/careers/digitalminds

We are looking forward to receiving your online application.

Please note: Only complete applications can be considered in the selection process.