Automation Engineer

GEA is a global leader in delivering innovative, customized process solutions for the dairy, beverage, food, and chemical industries.

Our Liquid & Powder Technologies Division empowers industries with state-of-the-art processing equipment and integrated solutions.

Our portfolio includes:

- Brewing systems
- Liquid processing
- Aseptic and non-aseptic filling and packaging
- Concentration, fermentation, crystallization, and purification
- Drying, powder handling, and packaging
- Carbon capture and emission control systems

We serve a diverse range of sectors, including dairy, food, new food, beverage, chemical, and home & personal care.

Responsibilities / Tasks

As an Automation Engineer, you will join a dynamic, multicultural team and collaborate on international projects from contract signing to final delivery. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Implementing automation solutions for international projects (2–8 per year)

• Traveling for commissioning up to 45% of your time

• Ensuring compliance with customer specifications, GEA norms, and automation standards

• Documenting engineering activities and developing functional analyses

• Supervising electrical panel assembly and FAT

• Conducting equipment IO tests and basic electrical measurements

• Coordinating with external suppliers for material procurement

• Promoting innovation and productivity improvements

• Adhering to and evaluating safety during commissioning

• Sharing knowledge and ideas across teams, providing regular progress reports

• Identifying and implementing innovation opportunities and new tools/products

• Making operational decisions and delivering technical automation solutions

Your Profile / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering or similar (Automation, Telecommunication, etc.). Master’s degree is a plus
• Mechanical & electrical engineering know-how
• Expertise in electricity, automation, control, and pneumatics
• PLC programming (Siemens, Schneider, Rockwell) and HMI programming (Siemens, Schneider, Wonderware, Rockwell Factory Talk, Ignition)
• Computer literacy (Internet, Microsoft Office)
• Spanish (native) and high level of English (B2/C1); French, German, Portuguese highly valued
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Hygienic design know-how and QHSE standards (especially IAA)
• Familiarity with S88, S95, S101 norms
• Ethics, compliance, and professionalism
• Autonomy and cross-functional, multidisciplinary approach
• Willingness to travel internationally

We Offer:

• Attractive compensation package with flexible remuneration options (e.g., health insurance, restaurant tickets)
• Flexible working hours and the option for remote work (two days per week)
• 23 days of vacation per year
• Great work environment as part of a collaborative team
• Internal training and career development opportunities at national and international level
• Join a company recognized as a Top Employer 2025

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