Overview 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 (28 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 Bachelors degree in Electronics Engineering or similar (Automation Telecommunication etc.). Masters 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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Key Skills Continuous Integration, APIs, Automotive software, Test Cases, Electrical Engineering, Junit, Distributed Control Systems, Testng, Java, Test Automation, Programmable Logic Controllers, Selenium
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
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