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.
* 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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