Engineering Manager - Life Science DCS & Automation

ABB A/S; Ballerup; On-site; DKK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB A/S in Denmark is seeking an Engineering Manager for the Life Science DCS and Automation team. You will lead an international group of engineers delivering advanced automation solutions for significant Life Science projects in Denmark, with employees based at Ballerup and Kalundborg.

Regular site presence and travel between locations are expected to ensure project success and team development. You will blend people leadership, planning, and technical insight to drive successful execution,

Qualifications

• Experience leading engineering teams in automation or related industries.
• Knowledge of DCS platforms such as ABB 800xA, DeltaV, Sattline or comparable control systems.
• Understanding of pharmaceutical production environments and GMP/GxP requirements.
• Experience supporting control system lifecycle activities, upgrades or migrations.
• Ability to develop employees and foster learning and collaboration.
• Strong communication with customers, engineers and managers.
• Proficiency in English and Danish.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of automation engineers working with DCS solutions for pharmaceutical facilities.
• Build competencies within ABB 800xA and GMP-regulated automation projects.
• Support strategic growth of Life Science Operations and its service offerings.
• Ensure effective resource planning and allocation across projects and customer activities.
• Drive quality delivery through coaching, technical guidance and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with customers and stakeholders to align project execution with business and compliance requirements.
• Contribute to operational planning and decision-making as part of the management team.
• Promote employee engagement and a collaborative culture across locations.

Skills

Leadership

People management

DCS automation

Communication

English

Danish

Tools

ABB 800xA

DeltaV

Sattline

Job description

Placering

Ballerup

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner - and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Business Manager - Operations

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Your role and responsibilities

As Engineering Manager for our Life Science DCS and Automation team, you will lead an international and well-functioning group of engineers delivering advanced automation solutions for some of the most significant Life Science projects in Denmark. As the team has grown significantly in recent years, we are now looking for an additional Engineering Manager to share leadership responsibilities and ensure that all employees receive the time, attention, and support needed to thrive and develop. You will combine people leadership, operational planning, and technical understanding to ensure successful project execution and continued competence development across the team. Your employees will be based across our Ballerup and Kalundborg locations, and you are expected to maintain a visible leadership presence at both sites during the week. Working closely with customers, project managers, and technical specialists, you will help shape the future of pharmaceutical automation while supporting a collaborative and engaging team environment.

Your responsibilities will include

• Lead and develop a team of automation engineers working with DCS solutions for pharmaceutical facilities.
• Build competencies within ABB 800xA, and GMP-regulated automation projects.
• Support strategic growth of the Life Science Operations organization and its service offerings.
• Ensure effective resource planning and allocation across projects and customer activities.
• Drive quality delivery through coaching, technical guidance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with customers and stakeholders to align project execution with business and compliance requirements.
• Contribute to operational planning and decision‑making as part of the management team.
• Promote employee engagement, development, and a collaborative team culture across locations.

Qualifications for the role

• Experience leading engineering teams, projects, or technical specialists within automation or related industries.
• Knowledge of DCS platforms such as ABB 800xA, DeltaV, Sattline, or comparable control systems.
• Understanding of pharmaceutical production environments and GxP requirements.
• Experience supporting control system lifecycle activities, upgrades, or migration projects.
• Ability to develop employees and create an environment focused on learning and collaboration.
• Skilled communicator who can engage effectively with customers, engineers, and managers.
• Professional proficiency in English and Danish.

More about us

At ABB, we have a clear goal of promoting diversity and inclusion in terms of gender, LGBTQ+, disability, ethnicity, and age. Together, we have embarked on a journey where we all individually and collectively celebrate and welcome individual differences. You can look forward to joining an organization that emphasizes employee well‑being. Collaboration and team spirit are key words for us and a crucial foundation for reaching our shared goals. We prioritize a good working environment highly and continuously invest in the education and development of you and your colleagues. If you want to read more about our continuous work with the working environment and sustainability, you can find more information at: https://global.abb/group/en/sustainability

You will have a base across our Ballerup and Kalundborg locations. As your team is distributed between both offices, regular presence at each site is expected and the role includes weekly travel between locations.

The position reports to Head of Operations, Kian Soleiman.

The application deadline is 01.09.2026.

First-round interviews are expected to take place on 09.09.2026 and 10.09.2026.

ABB is a global technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable future with efficient use of resources. By connecting our knowledge in engineering and digitalization, ABB makes industry more efficient, productive, sustainable, and able to improve their performance. At ABB, we call it 'Engineered to Outrun'. The company has over 140 years of history and more than 110,000 employees worldwide. In Denmark, you will have more than 550 colleagues in offices in Ballerup, Middelfart, Esbjerg, Kalundborg and Aalborg.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact?

Locations

Ballerup, Denmark

Kalundborg, Denmark