GEA Group Alcobendas, Community of Madrid, Spain
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Responsibilities / Tasks
Responsibilities / Tasks
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 Covers
* 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.
Are You Ready To Lead a Team Of Talented Automation Engineers And Drive Innovation In Process Automation? We Are Seeking An Automation Group Manager To Join Our Dynamic Division And Perform The Below Tasks
* Lead and mentor a team of Automation Engineers, fostering professional growth and excellence
* Oversee automation projects from concept to completion, ensuring compliance with customer requirements, GEA standards, and industry best practices
* Collaborate closely with clients, negotiating project scope and timelines to deliver outstanding results
* Provide expert guidance to sales and project teams, including project estimations and technical support
* Ensure all automation quotations and project executions meet our high standards for quality, budget, and deadlines
* Drive optimization of engineering tools, methods, and project execution processes
* Proactively assess and mitigate risks throughout project lifecycles
* Make key decisions on product customization during project execution
Your Profile / Qualifications
* Master’s degree in Automation Engineering
* Professional certification in Project Management (PMP; Prince2, etc.)
* Minimum 5 years’ proven experience in Automation/Electrical roles
* Extensive background in project execution and management
* Leadership experience: skilled in guiding and mentoring teams
* Languages: English (B2/C1); French, Portuguese, or German are highly valuable
* Strategic planning and organizational skills
* Results-oriented mindset with a commitment to quality excellence
* Customer-centric approach (internal and external)
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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—national and international
* Join a company recognized as a "Top Employer 2025."
Did we spark your interest?
Then please click apply above to access our guided application process.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
* Industries
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, Machinery Manufacturing, and Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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