Project Engineer - Deliver complex process solutions to global customers

GEA Group; Søborg; On-site; DKK 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

GEA Group is seeking a Project Engineer to support the execution of customer projects from engineering to commissioning. You will own defined technical tasks and ensure documentation, components, and deliverables are ready for every phase, collaborating with Project Managers and Engineers across regions.

You will contribute to FAT/SAT processes, coordinate with Procurement and Suppliers, and travel for FATs, inspections, and commissioning as needed.

Qualifications

• Structured and systematic work approach with strong ownership.
• Attention to quality, safety, and documentation.
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines and cultures in an international environment.
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Engineering or similar technical discipline.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and verify technical documentation (P&IDs, General Arrangements, Equipment Lists).
• Support design reviews and impact assessments related to design changes.
• Specify, order, and follow up on process equipment and piping components.
• Prepare FAT/SAT input lists and support FAT execution.
• Assist with Contract Variation Orders with technical input and coordination.
• Support pre-commissioning and commissioning activities and site acceptance testing.

Skills

Structured approach

Ownership

Quality mindset

Documentation

Cross-cultural collaboration

Technical attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Mechanical/Process Engineering, Marine Engineering (Maskinmester)

Job description

Would you like to work in an international and multicultural project environment with global impact as you take on a hands‑on role in technical project execution from engineering and potentially to commissioning?Join an organization focused on quality, structure, and collaboration, and work closely with experienced Project Managers and Engineers, giving you a clear development path with increasing responsibility over time.

Your responsibilities and tasks

Your responsibilities and tasks

As our new Project Engineer , you will support the execution of customer projects from engineering potentially through commissioning, working closely with the Project Manager s . You will take ownership of defined technical and project-related tasks, ensuring that documentation, components, and deliverables are ready for each project phase.

Specifically, you will :

Develop, maintain , and verify technical documentation such as P&IDs, General Arrangements, and Equipment Lists .

Support design reviews and contribut e to Impact Assessments related to design changes, deviations, or scope adjustments .

Specify, order, and follow up on process equipment, utility systems, valves, and piping component s in cooperation with Procurement, workshops, and suppliers.

Prepar e and maintain Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) request lists and support FAT execution .

Support Contract Variation Orders (CVOs) with technical input and documentation , and c oordinat e with Packaging & Shipment to ensure equipment is delivered according to project requirements.

Support pre-commissioning and commissioning activities , testing, troubleshooting , Site Acceptance Test (SAT ) and final acceptance .

You can look forward to collaborati ng across disciplines, cultures, and locations, as well as interacti ng with international customers and partners. The role could involve some t ravel activity in connection with FATs, inspections, and commissioning.

Your profile and qualifications

In this role, it is essential that you take a structured and systematic approach to your work, with strong ownership and attention to quality , safet y and documentation. You also know how to collaborate across disciplines and cultures in an international environment and are comfortable working with technical details.

Finally, we imagine that you:

Hold a b achelor’s or master’s degree in E ngineering , Marine Engineering ( Maskinmester ), Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering or a similar technical dis cipline .

Have an interest in technical project execution within the process-, food-, dairy-, or pharmaceutical industry.

It is an advantage , but not a requirement , if you have experience with:

Utility systems such as process utilities, water systems, steam, or HVAC.

CIP (Cleaning-in-Place) systems and hygienic process design.

Technical documentation and engineering deliverables.

FAT, SAT, commissioning, or validation activities.

GMP- regulated environments .

Process equipment and automation interfaces.

Would you like to know more ?

If you would like to find out more about this position before submitting your application, please do not hesitate to contact Senior Manager, Project Management & Commissioning , Rikke Bjerregaard at [phone] or [e-mail].

About GEA

GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.

GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

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