Automation Engineer - Pharma Automation

About the role

GEA is looking for an Automation Engineer for its Automation Execution department in Denmark. The department has 38+ automation engineers working as an integrated team, delivering automation solutions for Spray Drying and Freeze Drying plants worldwide. The role covers automation projects from design to commissioning, with collaboration with global teams and stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Define and review automation scopes during project execution
• Take part in customer meetings and align automation requirements
• Review P&IDs, equipment lists and process documentation
• Prepare network and control system architecture
• Develop functional design specifications, alarm and interlock lists and instrument specifications
• Develop and test automation software (Siemens PLC and Intouch & WinCC HMI/SCADA)
• Review electrical designs and support panel FATs
• Carry out software FAT, commissioning, start-up and site acceptance
• Prepare and maintain project documentation

Required profile

• Degree in Automation, Instrumentation & Control, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience with industrial automation systems and electrical engineering principles
• Knowledge of dairy, food and chemical spray drying and CIP processes is an advantage
• Fluent in English
• Travel of 30 to 60 days per year worldwide

Required skills

• Siemens PLC and Intouch & WinCC
• ISA-88, ISA-101, IEC 62443, ATEX and other safety standards

What we offer

• Work with advanced process technologies in a global organization
• International exposure through collaboration with customers worldwide
• Structured onboarding and development opportunities
• An innovative and supportive team environment