Hardware Automation Engineer

DESMI A/S; Nørresundby; Hybrid; DKK 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Hybrid work environment

Global career prospects

Pension

Private healthcare and life insurance

On-site canteen

Job summary

DESMI A/S in Denmark is seeking a hardware Automation Engineer to develop electrical and hardware solutions for DESMI’s products and systems. You will join a global automation team and work on electrical design, control panels, and system integration across product lines.

The role emphasizes collaborating with Product Development, Production, Service and Sales to deliver high-quality solutions, while driving improvements and ensuring handover to production.

Qualifications

• Background in electrical engineering or automation engineering.
• Experience with electrical/hardware design and documentation.
• Familiarity with industrial control panels and standards.
• Experience with FAT procedures and testing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automation solutions for DESMI products.
• Design electrical/hardware and integrate systems.
• Create electrical drawings and documentation.
• Develop FAT procedures for control panels.
• Collaborate with global teams across Product Development, Production, Service and Sales.

Skills

Electrical design

Automation engineering

Industrial control panels

System integration

CAD SEE Electrical

Education

Electrical engineering degree

Tools

SEE Electrical CAD

AutoCAD

Job description

We are looking for a hardward Automation Engineer who is eager to develop electrical and hardware solutions for DESMI’s products and systems. DESMI is a dynamic and innovative company where your ideas matter. We’re building a culture that values collaboration, continuous learning, and making a difference. As an employee at DESMI, you’ll have the opportunity to work on challenging projects, develop cutting-edge skills, and connect with a diverse team of talented individuals. If you’re looking for a workplace where you can grow, contribute, and be inspired, DESMI is the place for you.

Ideally, we are looking for someone who is:

• Curious and eager to explore new technologies and solutions
• Driven by solving technical challenges and delivering high-quality results
• Collaborative and motivated by working across disciplines to create robust solutions

A glimpse into the role

As a hardware Automation Engineer, you will join a global Automation team with 8 colleagues in Denmark and 2 in China. Automation is a key strategic focus at DESMI, and you will contribute to developing and strengthening the electrical and hardware solutions used across our product portfolio.
Your focus will be on electrical design, industrial control panels, and system integration. Working closely with colleagues across Product Development, Engineering, Production, Service, and Sales, you will contribute to delivering high-quality solutions that create value for our customers.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Development and maintenance of automation solutions for DESMI products and systems
• Electrical and hardware design development and system integration
• Design and development of project-based solutions regarding electrical drawings and relevant documentation
• Development and execution of Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) procedures for control panels to ensure compliance with design specifications, functional requirements, and quality standards
• Development and integration of electrical, control, and communication systems
• Participation in system testing, commissioning, and technical verification
• Preparation of technical documentation and support material
• Technical support for DESMI’s global organization. Effective collaboration, coordination, and technical support for project teams, sales departments, suppliers, clients, and service teams throughout all project phases
• Driving continuous improvements of products, processes, and technical qualitEnsuring solutions can be efficiently handed over to Production and Service

Your next opportunity starts here

You are a self-driven engineer with a background in electrical engineering, automation engineering, or a related field, and practical experience in electrical and hardware design.

We also imagine that you bring:

• Solid knowledge of industrial control panel design, including component layout and manufacturing feasibility
• Strong knowledge of global electrical design standards. Experience with maritime control panel design standards will be a plus
• Experience designing systems equipped with VFDs including sizing, parameter configuration, control integration, and testing
• Experience with electrical design and documentation using CAD tools such as SEE Electrical

It would be an advantage if you have experience with:

• Experience in marine and/or defense standards
• Global Template Harmonization
• SEE Database & ERP Integration

The perks of being at DESMI

At DESMI, we want you to feel supported, valued and motivated. That’s why we offer a range of benefits that make a difference – from flexibility and career opportunities to security.

Here are some of the benefits we offer our employees:

• Flexible working hours
  With the option to work from home two days a week, supporting a hybrid work environment that fosters productivity and teamwork.
• Global career prospects
  Be part of DESMI’s global team. Working with dedicated colleagues across Europe, Asia and USA.
• Skills development and career growth
  Opportunities for training, job rotation and internal mobility.
• Pension
  With employer contributions up to 10% depending on your contract type.
• Private healthcare and life insurance
  Your well-being is important to us. We provide comprehensive private healthcare coverage, giving you access to quality medical treatment when needed.
• On-site canteen
  Including a light breakfast, lunch buffet and fruit snacks throughout the day, with a focus on healthy and varied meals.
• Company sports & social activities
  Join events like badminton, bowling, summer parties, art clubs and more.

What we’re about

But we’re more than just pumps. At DESMI, we believe teamwork and innovation drive success.

When you join DESMI, you can expect:

• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
• A chance to contribute your ideas and make a real impact.
• A company that values sustainability and innovation.

We are a flat organization with an open-door policy, where decisions are made together, and ideas are always welcome. Here, doers thrive – if you see an opportunity for improvement, you have the freedom to act on it.
As innovators in reliable and sustainable flow solutions, we serve a wide range of industries from Aquaculture and Defense to Green Technologies – the list goes on. Sustainability is highly appreciated while developing high-performance and long-lasting technologies that help industries adapt to evolving markets while reducing environmental impact.