Senior Automation Engineer

Responsibilities / Tasks

• Implementing automation solutions for international projects (28 per year)
• Designing programming and commissioning PLC and SCADA systems in industrial environments
• Taking end-to-end accountability for automation scope delivery ensuring quality timing and budget compliance
• Traveling internationally for commissioning activities (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
• Providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers when required
• Sharing knowledge lessons learned and best practices across teams
• Delivering regular progress reports and proactively managing project risks
• 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 Telecommunications etc.); Masters degree is a plus
• Minimum 2 years of proven experience implementing PLC and SCADA automation solutions in industrial environments
• Mechanical & electrical engineering know-how
• Expertise in electricity automation control systems and pneumatics
• Advanced PLC programming (Siemens Schneider Rockwell) and HMI programming (Siemens Schneider Wonderware Rockwell Factory Talk Ignition)
• Knowledge on industrial communication protocols and system architectures
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office engineering tools connectivity platforms)
• 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
• Problem-solving mindset and ability to work autonomously
• Cross-functional and multidisciplinary teamwork approach
• Willingness to travel internationally

We offer:

• Attractive compensation package aligned with experience & responsibilities
• Private health insurance plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible working hours and a hybrid working model
• 23 days of vacation per year
• Great work environment as part of a collaborative team
• Continuous internal training and career development opportunities both nationally and internationally
• The opportunity to join a company recognized as a Top Employer 2026

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