Field Service Automation Technician (France)
Viviers du Lac, FR, 73420
“Innovative solutions for sustainable and affordable beverages, food and essentials” – we have a clear vision at Krones. For this purpose, we supply state-of-the-art technology to our customers worldwide.
As a regional subsidiary, Krones FBL based in Louvain-la-Neuve near Brussels and Vivier-du-Lac near Lyon is the hub for Krones activities in France, Belgium and Luxembourg. With about 160 employees, the site specialises in the sale and the service of machines and entire lines.
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What awaits you?
Purpose of the role
- As a Field Service Automation Technician, you will be responsible for installing, commissioning and troubleshooting automation and electrical systems on Krones machines at our customers' sites, mainly in France, Belgium and Luxembourg.
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After an intensive training program on-the-job and in Germany (Krones Academy), during which you will become familiar with Krones automation standards, electrical architectures and PLC environments, you will join a dedicated automation field service team.
Key Responsibilities of the role
- Commissioning, configuring and troubleshooting automation systems on Krones machines and production lines.
- Performing a wide range of electrical tasks, including: cabling and wiring of machines and panels, working inside electrical cabinets (control panels, MCCs, junction boxes), reading, understanding and applying electrical diagrams and schematics.
- Programming, modifying and diagnosing PLC software , mainly using Siemens S7 / TIA Portal, in line with Krones standards.
- Diagnosing and resolving electrical and automation-related faults, ensuring safe and rapid restart of production.
- Participating in Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) and, where applicable, Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) from an automation and electrical perspective.
- Analysing recurrent automation or electrical issues, contributing to root-cause analysis and proposing sustainable corrective actions.
- Collaborating with and escalating complex issues to Krones engineering or technical support teams.
- Training customer operators and maintenance teams on automation and electrical aspects of the machines and lines.
- Producing clear and structured service reports, documenting electrical interventions, PLC changes and technical recommendations using Krones tools.
- Acting as the automation and electrical reference on site, explaining problems and solutions in a clear, calm and professional manner.
- Strictly applying and promoting Krones safety, electrical and automation standards during all service activities.
Your Profile
You contribute with
- Your certifications as certified electrician or automation technician, ideally with a degree in automation, electrical engineering or mechatronics.
- Several years of experience combining industrial automation and electrical work, preferably in a high-speed industrial environment (food & beverage is a plus).
- Your capability to work independently in electrical cabinets, interpret electrical schematics and perform on-site wiring and checks.
- Solid experience with Siemens S7 / TIA Portal and industrial control systems.
- Experience in a field service, commissioning or start‑up environment.
- Your fluency in French and your good level of English (required for training in Germany and collaboration with international colleagues).
- Your structured, safe and customer-oriented way of working, even under time pressure.
- Your autonomy, resilience and team spirit at the same time.
- Flexibility and mobililty: frequent travel, overnight stays during the week (and occasionally weekends) are part of the role.