Automation Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 8, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 7, 2026. GEA scores B on the Alion truth index.
We are now looking for an Automation Engineer for the Automation Execution department in Denmark. The department consists of 38+ automation engineers working as one integrated team, delivering automation solutions for Spray Drying and Freeze Drying plants worldwide. We foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning.
Responsibilities / Tasks
As an Automation Engineer, you will be responsible for executing automation projects, from design to commissioning, while collaborating with global teams and stakeholders. Your role involves both technical expertise and project execution, ensuring seamless integration of automation packages.
More specifically, you will:
- Define and review automation scopes during project execution.
- Participate in customer meetings and align automation requirements
- Review P&IDs, equipment lists, and process documentation
- Develop network and control system architecture
- Prepare functional design specifications, alarm and interlock lists.
- Detailed specification of process instruments
- Develop and test automation software (Siemens PLC and Intouch & WinCC HMI/SCADA)
- Review electrical designs and support panel FATs
- Execute software FAT, commissioning, start-up, and site acceptance activities
- Prepare and maintain project documentation
At our Søborg office, you will join a global engineering team with access to top-tier knowledge, development, and advanced equipment. You will collaborate with dedicated colleagues in a dynamic, professional environment, characterized by professional pride, curiosity and readiness for change - with a joint aim to deliver the best solutions to our customers. As a pharma automation engineer, you will be part of a skilled automation team driving project execution.
Your Profile / Qualifications
You are passionate and curious about technology and possess a focused and analytic drive to proactively seek solutions when faced with obstacles. With your strong communication skills, you are able to interact, communicate, and present sometimes complex information to both specialists as well as non-technical colleagues and stakeholders.
Furthermore, we imagine that you:
- Hold a degree in Automation, Instrumentation & Control, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline
- Have experience with industrial automation systems and electrical engineering principles
- Understand Dairy, Food & Chemical Spray Drying and CIP processes is an advantage
- Have knowledge of automation standards such as ISA-88, ISA-101, IEC 62443, ATEX and other safety standards
- Collaborative mindset with a focus on quality and continuous improvement
- Fluent in English
Travel days
- Travel activity is between 30 and 60 days per year, worldwide
What we offer
We offer the opportunity to work with advanced process technologies in a global organization. We also offer:
- International exposure through collaboration with customers worldwide
- Structured onboarding and development opportunities
- An innovative and supportive team environment
Would you like to know more?
If you would like to find out more about this position before submitting your application, please do not hesitate to Director - Automation Execution, Bhishan Galiya, phone no. +45 4174 8184.
We will process the applications as we receive them, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Please apply via the indicated link. Please note that GEA exclusively uses electronic recruiting, and only applications received through our application system will be considered.
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