EAI Engineer

Do you have the expertise and drive to maintain and enhance cutting-edge systems in a world-class facility?
 

We are seeking an experienced EAI (Electrical, Automation, and Instrumentation) Engineer to join our team at the customer site in Lucca, Italy.
 

This position is part of a multi-year project with a major industrial client in Lucca, where our team is supporting the installation and commissioning of a new machine, as well as the ongoing maintenance and optimization processes. The role offers the opportunity to work in an international and dynamic environment, contributing directly to the successful startup and long-term reliability of a key industrial asset.

In this position you’ll report to the Maintenance Manager and contribute directly to ensuring the safe and efficient operation of electrical, automation, and instrumentation systems at the mill.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all HSE policies, conduct risk assessments, and maintain safe work practices.
• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance for EAI systems, participate in troubleshooting, and ensure reliable operation.
• Drive system reliability, manage life-cycle strategies, and develop SOPs for automation systems.
• Work with internal teams, external experts, and OEM suppliers to enhance system performance and maintain documentation.
• Train and coach team members on system maintenance, programming, and problem-solving.

What You’ll Bring

• High-level qualification in Electrical and Automation Engineer.
• Hands-on expertise in PLC and DCS programming.
• Preferably experience in maintenance within the paper industry.
• Strong understanding of automation hardware/software, technical drawings, and testing techniques.
• Proficiency in English (Italian is a plus).
• A proactive and safety-oriented mindset with excellent teamwork and problem-solving skills.

What We Offer: 
Join a leading global developer and supplier of process technologies, automation, and services for the pulp, paper, and energy industries, where you'll find an interesting and independent role that advances both Valmet's and our customers' businesses. Enjoy a global business environment with numerous opportunities for personal growth and development, full support from experienced Valmet professionals, and an attractive compensation package. 

 

We offer a salary ranging from €49,000 to €65,000 per year.

The selected candidate will be hired under the National Collective Agreement (CCNL) applied by Valmet Italy for Employees of the Metalworking Industry and Plant Installation Sector (Addetti all’Industria Metalmeccanica e dell’Installazione di Impianti).

Application deadline: send your English CV by June, 15 2026

When everything works together   

Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With over 18,500 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper, and energy industries, and serve an even wider base of process industries with our automation systems and flow control solutions. Our commitment to moving our customers’ performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how – and above all, teamwork.  

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