Location: BUA Cement Sokoto/Edo Plants

Reports to: Automation Engineering Manager

Internal Customers : Production Units, Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance Units

The Automation Engineer is responsible for the design, programming, troubleshooting, and optimization of the automation and control systems used in cement plant operations

• Design, implement and configure automation systems for cement plant processes, including raw material preparation, kiln operations, grinding, and packing.

• Optimize automation systems for improved production efficiency, energy savings, and reduced downtime.

• Develop and implement communication strategies aligned with business objectives to strengthen brand awareness and corporate reputation.

• Manage media relations, including drafting press releases, handling inquiries, building relationships with journalists, and coordinating media interviews.

• Oversee internal communications, ensuring clear, timely messaging to employees about company news, values, policies, and initiatives.

• Collaborate with leadership to craft executive messaging, speeches, and presentations for internal and external audiences.

• Create and manage content for digital platforms, including company website, intranet, newsletters, and social media channels.

• Support crisis communication efforts, including drafting holding statements, FAQs, and media responses.

• Coordinate company events (town halls, factory visits, community initiatives) to enhance stakeholder engagement.

• Monitor industry trends and media coverage, providing analysis and recommendations to leadership.

• Manage external agencies and communication vendors as needed.

• HND or B. Engineering degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.

• 5 to 8 years of hands-on experience with automation systems, ideally in a cement plant or heavy industry environment