Specialist in Control and Monitoring Systems
- 21 August 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- German (Fluent)
About the job
Water. Electricity. Heat. Bern counts on us. And we count on you. What you do here is important. We rely on you to get involved, contribute ideas, and help shape things. And you can count on us. We are a fair partner with ideas for the future. That’s why we plan long-term with you.Specialist in Control and Monitoring Systems
These are your tasks
- Responsible for adjustments in the process control system (PCS) during new construction, conversion, and expansion projects, and planning new plant components and process steps
- Plan and implement small to complex control and automation projects in our power plant facilities
- Troubleshoot and repair faults in electrical and electronic controls
- Carry out maintenance, optimisation, and renewal work on PCS, PLC controls, and power electronics
- Support, parameterise, and configure plant-specific hardware and software
- Maintain documentation and operating instructions and contribute to the continuous improvement of the plants
- Provide on-call service (4-6 times per year)
This is what sets you apart
- Basic training with a Federal VET Diploma (EFZ) as an automation technician, electronics technician, or electrical installer, ideally with further training as an automation specialist or in measurement, control, and regulation technology
- Experience in automation, measurement, control, and regulation technology or strong interest in learning the field
- Enjoy systematic fault finding and technical challenges in complex plants
- Knowledge of PLC, process control, or automation systems (e.g. Siemens, ABB 800xA) as well as IT and OT infrastructures is an advantage
- Independent and solution-oriented working style as well as enjoyment of teamwork and collaboration with various partners
Do you have questions?
Your new manager, Bernhard Zumbach, looks forward to your application. Thank you for using our online application system. It’s simple, quick, and does not require a cover letter. If you have any questions beforehand, just call Bernhard at: 031 321 55 50.
About us
Our strategy can be summed up well: We supply Bern with energy and water – safely and sustainably. There is plenty to do. And we have big plans. For that, we need you. People with the ambition to make a difference and the desire to reach the goal together as a team. So that our Bern remains a great place to live.
Your workplace
Your new workplace is our energy centre Forsthaus at Murtenstrasse 100 in Bern.
Very easily accessible by public transport and parking is also available.
Our benefits
- Flexible working hours model in a 40-hour week with paid breaks
- Regular shift work and generous compensation for on-call duty (financial and time off)
- At least 5 weeks’ holiday and various paid short leaves (e.g. for moving, wedding, etc.)
- Child and education allowances of CHF 320 per month as well as additional care allowances of up to CHF 200 per month
- 16 weeks maternity leave and 3 weeks paternity leave
- Pension fund contributions (employee 1/3 and employer 2/3) at the regular retirement age of 63 years