Siemens Introduces Eigen Engineering Agent, an AI Solution for Industrial Automation

[Erkan Teskancan]

## Siemens' AI Solution for Industrial Automation: Eigen Engineering Agent

Siemens has launched Eigen Engineering Agent, an artificial intelligence tool specifically developed for automation engineering. Unlike AI solutions that only offer suggestions, this solution can autonomously complete engineering tasks from start to finish.

Eigen Engineering Agent operates within real engineering systems, fully grasping the context and constraints of each project. This enables it to perform automation engineering processes such as PLC coding, Human-Machine Interface (HMI) visualization, and device configuration in accordance with industrial standards for accuracy, safety, and reliability.

### Advantages Provided by Eigen Engineering Agent

• Autonomous task completion with multi-step reasoning and self-correction capabilities
• Full understanding of each project's context through TIA Portal integration
• Generation of immediately usable outputs, even for legacy or undocumented systems
• Ability to complete engineering workflows 2–5 times faster than manual methods
• Up to 80% improvement in solution quality and a 50% increase in engineering efficiency

Vasi Philomin, Head of Data and AI at Siemens, stated, "Automation engineering is becoming a bottleneck where demand exceeds capacity. With Eigen Engineering Agent, engineers can focus on more complex projects faster. This product signifies the transition from AI that suggests to AI that completes the job."

### Adaptation to Project Context and Validation
Eigen Engineering Agent provides usable outputs by referencing data structures, blocks, parameters, and component relationships within projects. It performs complex tasks step-by-step, evaluates its own performance, and validates and revises the results. This system significantly reduces the risk of errors in engineering projects.

The experience of an automotive line builder highlights this benefit; the time it takes for new engineers to master a project has decreased from weeks to days. The Agent instantly and accurately answers engineers' queries about the project.

### Eigen Engineering Agent Usage in Industry

• US-based Prism Systems increased efficiency by reducing SCL coding processes to seconds.
• Chinese CASMT accelerated device configuration, code generation, and HMI visualization, shortening time-to-market.
• ANDRITZ Metals achieved significant improvements in automation control software development and error resolution.

### About Siemens
Siemens AG is a leading technology company in the fields of industry, infrastructure, mobility, and healthcare. With solutions that support digital transformation and sustainability, it aims to increase factory efficiency and improve urban living. The company integrates artificial intelligence into real-world applications, creating significant value across various sectors.

Eigen Engineering Agent is part of this vision, positioned as a reliable and effective AI partner that simplifies engineers' work processes.