Project Manager Automation

GEA Group; Skanderborg; A distancia; DKK 700.000 - 1.000.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

GEA Group in Skanderborg, Denmark, seeks an experienced Automation Project Manager to lead automation projects from concept through commissioning and handover, typically lasting 12 to 18 months. You will work with project execution, automation engineers, process and mechanical engineers, and service teams to deliver tailored solutions for food and dairy industries.

You will coordinate PLC/software development, HMI/SCADA, and instrumentation, ensure quality and safety, manage budgets and

Formación

• Degree in automation engineering, control engineering, computer engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Experience in automation engineering and project delivery within food and dairy industries.
• Knowledge of control technologies, industrial communication, and automation documentation.
• Experience in supplier management, project planning, budget and schedule monitoring, FAT/SAT, commissioning and handover.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Responsabilidades

• Lead automation and control system projects throughout the complete project lifecycle.
• Plan deliverables, automation activities, milestones and resources in line with the project plan.
• Coordinate PLC and software development, HMI/SCADA, process control and instrumentation integration.
• Manage external suppliers and subcontractors from scope definition to delivery and compliance.
• Plan and coordinate FAT and SAT, support commissioning and start-up.
• Ensure comprehensive automation documentation and structured handover to customer and Service.

Conocimientos

Automation engineering

Project delivery

Supplier management

FAT/SAT knowledge

English proficiency

Educación

Automation engineering degree

Descripción del empleo

As part of our continued growth, we are seeking an experienced automation project manager with technical expertise to lead automation of complex projects, typically lasting 12 to 18 months.Joining GEA, you will gain a strong network of colleagues from different functions, including our project execution team. We value knowledge sharing and collaborate closely with our customers to ensure tailored solutions that meet their production needs.At our office in Skanderborg, you will become part of our Liquid Technologies department, where we deliver advanced liquid processing and engineering solutions primarily to the food and dairy industries.Internally, you will work with project managers, automation engineers, process and mechanical engineers, as well as colleagues in Commissioning, Procurement and Service. Externally, you will collaborate with customers, automation suppliers, software and system integrators, and commissioning subcontractors.

Your responsibilities and tasks

The Automation Project Manager is responsible for leading and delivering automation projects from concept through commissioning and handover. The role involves managing project scope, budget, schedule, resources, and stakeholders while ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and operational requirements.

You will assess technical and delivery options, coordinate supplier actions and implement corrective measures to protect delivery and project profitability. Where changes affect scope, costs or milestones, you will present your recommendations to the Project Manager.

More specifically, you will:

• Lead automation and control system projects throughout the complete project lifecycle.
• Plan deliverables, automation activities, milestones and resources in line with the overall project plan.
• Coordinate PLC and software development, HMI/SCADA, process control, instrumentation integration, functional specifications and documentation, ensuring that control concepts meet process requirements and integrate with equipment and other disciplines.
• Manage external suppliers and subcontractors, from scope definition and technical alignment through to monitoring schedules, costs, documentation, performance and compliance with agreed delivery requirements.
• Plan and coordinate FAT and SAT, where applicable, and support commissioning, start-up, troubleshooting and the resolution of functional issues.
• Ensure that all automation documentation, including as-built records, is complete and organise a structured handover to the customer and Service.

Your profile and qualifications

You are highly organised and excel at maintaining an overview of the entire project lifecycle, identifying potential challenges early and proactively finding effective solutions. Your strong communication skills allow you to mediate between stakeholders, manage change effectively and resolve unforeseen issues as they arise.

Finally, we imagine that you:

• Bring a degree in automation engineering, control engineering, computer engineering or a related technical discipline – equivalent relevant technical qualifications and experience may also be considered.
• Have experience in automation engineering and project delivery within food and dairy industries.
• Possess knowledge of the control technologies outlined above, as well as industrial communication and automation documentation.
• Have experience in supplier management, project planning, budget and schedule monitoring, FAT/SAT, commissioning and handover.
• Speak and write English at a full professional level.

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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.