SolydEra is a leading international player in solid oxide technology, developing and manufacturing cells, stacks, modules and solutions for efficient power generation and hydrogen production. Its technology platform operates in fuel cell, electrolysis and reversible modes, supporting applications across distributed power, industrial energy, data centres, critical infrastructure and hydrogen. With more than two decades of experience, automated manufacturing capabilities and around 200 employees, SolydEra combines multidisciplinary expertise across R&D;, engineering, manufacturing and commercial activities in Italy, Switzerland and Australia, supporting the industrialization and deployment of solid oxide technology at scale.

Job Purpose The Equipment and Automation Engineer reports to the Head of Industrialisation and is responsible for the specification, installation, commissioning and qualification of production equipment, tooling and automation systems for SOFC manufacturing.

The role manages equipment projects from technical requirements through to production hand-over, while improving equipment performance, reliability, availability and automation .

Key Responsibilities

- Define technical requirements and specifications for production equipment, tooling and automation systems, supporting supplier selection and procurement.
- Manage installation, commissioning and qualification activities, including FAT/SAT and IQ/OQ/PQ .
- Define automation and digitalisation requirements, including data acquisition, traceability and manufacturing system interfaces.
- Manage tooling, fixtures and production equipment, ensuring reliability, maintenance and spare parts strategies.
- Monitor and improve OEE, availability, performance and quality , analysing losses and implementing corrective actions.
- Support maintenance, calibration, capacity planning,



equipment upgrades and obsolescence management.
- Ensure machine safety, CE compliance, risk assessment and technical documentation .
- Coordinate equipment projects, internal functions and external engineering/automation suppliers, managing scope, budget, schedule and acceptance criteria.

Qualifications & Experience

- Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronic, Automation, Electrical or Industrial Engineering.
- 5+ years of experience in Equipment Engineering, Automation, Manufacturing Engineering or a similar production environment.
- Experience in technology-intensive manufacturing environments such as fuel cells, batteries, electronics, advanced ceramics, automotive or medical devices.
- Proven experience with production equipment specification, procurement, installation, commissioning and qualification.
- Good understanding of PLC, HMI, industrial communication, sensors, drives, robotics and vision systems . Programming experience is not required.
- Knowledge of machine safety, CE marking, risk assessment, OEE and structured problem solving.
- Experience managing external suppliers and equipment projects, including budget and schedule control.
- Good command of Excel and data analysis ; familiarity with ERP, CMMS or manufacturing execution systems is a plus.
- Fluent English required; Italian highly preferred.
- Experience with high-temperature processes, furnaces, brazing, ceramic processing or controlled-environment production is a plus.





Personal Skills

- Structured, pragmatic and results-oriented approach.
- Hands-on attitude and willingness to work on the production floor and at suppliers' premises.
- Strong organisational, project management and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and collaboration across Production, Maintenance, Quality, HSEQ and Supply Chain.
- Strong safety awareness, integrity and confidentiality.

Working Conditions The role is based in Pergine Valsugana (Trento), Italy , with regular presence on the production floor and at suppliers' premises. Availability to travel, including internationally, is required.

Full-time, permanent position.

Salary range: € 35.000 – € 45.000 gross annual salary (RAL), depending on the candidate's qualifications, experience and skills.

If you believe your profile and experience could bring significant value to Solydera, we encourage you to apply even if your expectations are outside the indicated range. We will assess each profile on a case-by-case basis.

Solydera is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, ethnic or social origin, or any other status protected by applicable law, in accordance with EU Directives 2000/78/EC and 2006/54/EC.

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📌 Equipment and Automation Engineer - Industrialisation (Pergine Valsugana)
🏢 SolydEra Group
📍 Pergine Valsugana