Digital Process Optimization Engineer

GEA Germany GmbH; Gladsaxe Kommune; On-site; DKK 448,000 - 635,000; Full time

Job summary

GEA Germany GmbH in Denmark invites recent graduates to join the Digital Products team to implement and optimize digital solutions for food and dairy production across Europe. You will work at the intersection of process engineering, automation, data analysis, and customer collaboration.

The role includes onboarding, travel up to 30 days per year, and training, with opportunities to develop impactful projects for global customers.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Interest in industrial processes, automation, and process optimization.
• Knowledge of Process control and PID tuning is an advantage.
• Data analysis using Python, MATLAB, or similar tools.
• Strong communication skills in Danish and English.

Responsibilities

• Implement and commission digital optimization solutions at customer sites.
• Analyze production processes and configure control strategies to improve performance.
• Monitor software performance and production results to identify improvement opportunities.
• Analyze operational data and translate insights into actionable recommendations.
• Provide proactive guidance and technical support to customers.
• Train customer personnel in the use of GEA's digital solutions.
• Collaborate with GEA process and automation experts to ensure successful deployment and long-term customer value.
• Prepare performance reports and recommendations.

Skills

Data analysis

Python

English & Danish

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

PID tuning

Industrial automation tools

Job description

At GEA, we develop process equipment and technologies for the global food industry. Through our digital solutions, we help customers improve efficiency, quality, and sustainability in their production processes. As part of the Digital Products team, you will work closely with customers and process experts to implement and optimize advanced digital solutions for food and dairy production. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. Comprehensive onboarding and training will be provided.

Responsibilities / Tasks

You will work at the intersection of process engineering, automation, data analysis, and customer collaboration.

• Implement and commission digital optimization solutions at customer sites.
• Analyze production processes and configure control strategies to improve performance.
• Monitor software performance and production results to identify improvement opportunities.
• Analyze operational data and translate insights into actionable recommendations.
• Provide proactive guidance and technical support to customers.
• Train customer personnel in the use of GEA's digital solutions.
• Collaborate with GEA process and automation experts to ensure successful deployment and long-term customer value.
• Prepare performance reports and recommendations.

Your Profile / Qualifications

To succeed in this role, we imagine that you have:

• Degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Interest in industrial processes, automation, and process optimization.
• Knowledge of one or more of the following is an advantage: Process control and PID tuning
• Data analysis using Python, MATLAB, or similar tools
• Industrial production systems
• Strong communication skills in Danish and English.
• Structured and capable of managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Valid driver's license.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with advanced digital technologies in the global food industry.
• International exposure through collaboration with customers around the world.
• Structured onboarding and training from experienced colleagues.
• A collaborative and innovative working environment.

Travel

The role includes approximately 30 travel days per year, primarily within Europe, with occasional travel to other regions.

Would you like to know more? If you would like to find out more about this position before submitting your application, please contact Director – Automation Execution, Bhishan Galiya, at [phone].