Senior Automation Engineer
Job Location:
Job Location:
Alcobendas - Spain
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Monthly Salary:
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Posted on:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
As a Senior Automation Engineer based in our Alcobendas (Madrid Spain) office you will join a dynamic multicultural team and collaborate on international projects from contract signing to final delivery. You will play a key role in designing implementing and commissioning advanced automation solutions while providing technical leadership ensuring best practices across projects and supporting the successful delivery of automation systems worldwide. This position offers the opportunity to work in an international environment with significant customer interaction and travel for commissioning activities.
Responsibilities / Tasks
- Design program implement and commission PLC HMI and SCADA automation solutions for international projects (28 projects annually).
- Own the automation scope from design through delivery ensuring compliance with quality schedule budget customer specifications and company standards.
- Lead commissioning activities worldwide (up to 45% travel) including I/O testing basic electrical measurements safety assessments and system validation.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation including functional analyses engineering reports and project progress updates.
- Supervise electrical panel assembly and Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).
- Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support project execution and material procurement.
- Identify manage and mitigate technical and project risks while making sound operational decisions.
- Drive innovation continuous improvement and standardization initiatives across projects.
- Provide technical leadership mentoring and knowledge sharing to support team development and best practices.
Your Profile / Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Electronics Engineering or a related field (Automation Electrical Engineering Telecommunications etc.); Masters degree is a plus.
- Minimum 2 years of experience delivering PLC and SCADA automation solutions in industrial environments.
- Strong knowledge of automation control systems electricity pneumatics and industrial system architecture.
- Hands-on experience with PLC platforms such as Siemens Schneider and Rockwell and HMI/SCADA systems including FactoryTalk Wonderware Ignition Siemens and Schneider.
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols and engineering software tools.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related technical applications.
- Native Spanish and advanced English (B2/C1); additional languages such as French German or Portuguese are an advantage.
- Knowledge of hygienic design principles QHSE standards and industry standards such as ISA S88 S95 and S101.
- Strong communication problem-solving and organizational skills with the ability to work independently and within multicultural cross-functional teams.
- High level of professionalism ethics and compliance awareness.
- Willingness to travel internationally up to 45% of the time.
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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Senior IC
About Company
GEA makes an important contribution to a sustainable future with its solutions and services, particularly in the food, beverage and pharmaceutical sectors.
