
Main duties:
Supports the implementation of the automation engineering of projects in contact with the Lead or Senior engineers, as well as other Project Engineers since the signing of the contract until completion to be on time / quality / budget and reaching high customer satisfaction levels.
Number of projects per year: 2-8 projects worldwide.
Once the methodology as defined above is established, to implement it, follow it up and control its accomplishment by means of the project.
Travel and commissioning estimated 45% of the time over the year.
Mostly works in a project team, coordinated with other engineers assigned to the project.
Operational:
Ensures automation engineering project compliance with customer specifications, functional analysis, GEA norms and automation standards.
Documents Engineering according to GEA procedures.
Functional analysis development.
Contacts with GEA external suppliers for material procurement.
Electrical panels assembly supervision and FAT.
Equipment IO tests, including basic electrical measurements and checks
Participates and contributes to the improvement of projects’ productivity, as well as the innovation approach in the automation and / or electrical domain.
Meets regulatory safety regulations in force on the site or established by GEA.
Constantly evaluates safety during commissioning.
Promotes the sharing of skills and ideas across teams.
Ensures regular reporting on automation engineering & site assembly tasks´ progress to the automation project leader.
Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering or similar (Automation / Telecommunication…). Master's degree will be considered a plus.
Computer literacy with demonstrated experience in using Internet, Microsoft Office.
Advanced level of English (B2/C1). Additional languages are also highly valued.
Hygienic design know-how. QHSE standards in industries (particularly IAA).
Mechanical & Electrical engineering know-how.
Electricity, automation, control, pneumatics.
PLC programming (Siemens, Schneider, Rockwell). HMI Programming. (Siemens, Schneider, Wonderware, Rockwell Factory Talk, Ignition).
S88, S95, S101 norms
Written and oral communication skills.
Ethics, compliance, and professionalism.
Results-driven with strong autonomy.
Cross functional and multidisciplinary approach.
Willing to travel.
We offer:
Attractive compensation package aligned with experience & responsibilities
Private health insurance plan
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible working hours and a hybrid working model (up to two days per week remote)
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.
A GEA é um dos maiores fornecedores do setor de processamento de alimentos e bebidas e de uma ampla gama de outros setores de processamento. Aproximadamente os 18.000 funcionários em mais de 60 países contribuem de maneira significativa para o sucesso da GEA. Venha e junte-se a nós! Nós oferecemos tarefas interessantes e desafiadoras, um ambiente de trabalho positivo em equipes internacionais e oportunidades de desenvolvimento e crescimento pessoal numa empresa global.

Carreiras na GEA
A GEA é certificada como Empregador de excelência pelo Top Employers Institute for Europe. Temos pontuações altas em Liderança, Ética e Integridade e Sustentabilidade.

Carreiras na GEA
Somos uma empresa global de engenharia industrial e um dos maiores fornecedores de sistemas do mundo para os setores de alimentos, bebidas e farmacêutico, entre muitos outros. A GEA oferece oportunidades de carreira e treinamentos interessantes e diversificadas em todo o mundo.

Carreiras na GEA
A herança da GEA remonta a mais de 140 anos. Hoje, operamos em setores de clientes tenazes com uma força de trabalho dedicada de mais de 18.000 funcionários e fazemos negócios em mais de 150 países.