Metso is innovating the future of bulk material handling through advanced automation. Our Axo33 product platform delivers real-time digital modelling, intelligent decision-making and high-reliability automation for mine-to-port operations. Deployed globally, Axo33 systems support critical infrastructure across stockyards, rail and shipping environments — improving throughput, storage efficiency and operational safety.

We are seeking an Automation Engineer to join our Axo33 engineering team and contribute to the development, integration and delivery of industrial software systems used in live operational environments.

About the Role

As an Automation Engineer, you will contribute to the design, development, testing and deployment of software components across the Axo33 platform. You will work closely with Senior Engineers, Product Owners, Systems Engineers and other technical team members to deliver reliable software solutions integrated with real-world industrial systems.

This is a hands-on engineering role with a strong focus on system integration, real-time processing, industrial automation and practical software delivery. You will support the development of product features, contribute to technical design discussions, and help deliver robust systems for mining and bulk materials handling operations.

Core Responsibilities

Design, develop and maintain high-quality software across backend systems and real-time processing components
Contribute to APIs, services and data pipelines for operational systems
Support integration with industrial systems, including PLC/SCADA, telemetry and third-party platforms
Assist with the development of algorithms for real-time optimisation and control of industrial equipment
Work with sensor data such as LiDAR, positioning and telemetry to support modelling and decision systems
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver product features from design through to deployment
Participate in testing, commissioning support and issue resolution for deployed systems
Contribute to code quality, testing practices, documentation and deployment processes
Work under the guidance of senior technical staff while building capability across the Axo33 platform

Tech Stack You’ll Work With

C++ / C# (core systems and services)
Python (data processing, scripting and algorithm development)
MATLAB / GNU Octave (modelling, simulation and algorithm development)
Postgres / MySQL
WebSockets and APIs
Git-based source control
Jira Agile delivery
Linux environments

Highly Regarded Experience

Industrial automation or PLC-integrated systems
Real-time or distributed systems development
Systems integration across software and operational technologies (OT)
Automated testing (unit, integration or system-level testing)
Experience working with telemetry, sensor data or spatial systems

Bonus Points For

Exposure to optimisation algorithms or control systems
Practical experience with machine learning or computer vision
Familiarity with sensor technologies such as LiDAR or radar
Experience with mobile industrial equipment such as stackers, reclaimers or ship loaders
Knowledge of bulk materials handling systems, including conveyors, train loaders or dump stations

What You Bring

Experience developing software in engineering, automation, industrial or complex technical environments
Strong problem-solving ability and a practical engineering mindset
Willingness to learn complex systems and contribute to product development
Ability to work independently on defined tasks while collaborating effectively within a team
Attention to quality, reliability and maintainability
Clear communication skills and the ability to work with both software and operational stakeholders
A practical approach suited to delivering software for live industrial environments

Why Metso?

At Metso, your work directly impacts global mining operations and critical supply chains. You’ll be part of a team building software that operates in real industrial environments — where reliability, performance and safety are critical.

You’ll join a collaborative engineering culture within Axo33, with the opportunity to build your technical capability, contribute to globally deployed products, and work on industrial software systems that combine automation, real-time data, digital modelling and operational optimisation.