Automation Engineer R&D – Develop Advanced Automation Solutions for New Products
Denmark, Soeborg
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About the position
Your responsibilities and tasks
As an Automation Engineer in R&D, you will play a central role in developing automation solutions for new products. You will work with both software and hardware, as well as prototype development, in an iterative development process.
Your primary responsibilities will include:
- Programming PLC-based systems – primarily in Siemens TIA Portal
- Implementing communication protocols such as PROFINET, OPC UA, etc., to connect in-house MCU-based solutions with main PLC systems at plant level
- Building prototype systems, including wiring, component selection, and choosing enclosures and panels
- Preparing technical documentation
- Troubleshooting, optimizing, and documenting both software and hardware solutions in an iterative development process
Your profile and qualifications
We are looking for someone who can work independently with technical responsibility for automation solutions. You use strong analytical skills to evaluate multiple solution options based on performance, robustness, cost, and development risk.
Additionally, we imagine that you:
- Have at least 3–5 years of practical experience as an automation or PLC engineer and can structure maintainable and well-documented PLC software
- Have solid experience with Siemens TIA Portal
- Have experience with industrial communication protocols such as PROFINET and OPC UA
- Have hands-on experience with system debugging and fault analysis in prototypes
- Preferably have experience working in an R&D or development department
- Have practical experience with prototype building, including layout and wiring of electrical panels and control cabinets, selection of components such as PLCs, I/O, sensors, actuators, and safety components, as well as assembly, testing, and rework of electrical prototype systems
Interested in Learning More?
If you would like to learn more about the position before applying, feel free to contact Director Mechanical & Digital R&D, Jon Steffen Larsen, at +45 2493 8894.
We review applications on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please apply via the provided link. Note that GEA only uses electronic recruitment, and only applications submitted through our system will be considered.
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GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.
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