Senior Automation Manager, Nørresundby, Denmark

DESMI Danmark A/S; Denmark; On-site; DKK 800,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours (remote options

Global career prospects

Skills development

Pension

Private healthcare & life insurance

On-site canteen

Company sports & social activities

Job summary

DESMI is seeking a Senior Automation Manager to strengthen and scale our automation capabilities across the organization. You will lead a team of automation engineers in Denmark and China, aligning technical solutions with business needs and setting direction for multiple projects.

You will own operations of automation solutions, drive improved processes, and manage stakeholders across Product Management, Production, and Service. Fluency in English and strong leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience managing technical teams.
• Fluent in English (corporate language).

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing automation team across multiple projects.
• Plan, structure, and drive execution of automation projects with clear priorities and resource allocation.
• Set the technical direction for automation solutions across hardware and software.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of automation systems aligned with business needs.

Skills

Leadership

Automation

Team Development

Strategic Planning

Education

Electrical Engineering

Job description

Are you our new Senior Automation Manager with a passion for technology, leadership, and scalable automation solutions?
At DESMI, you will play a key role in strengthening and scaling our automation capabilities across the organization. You will be part of product development & innovation leading a skilled engineering team in Denmark and China to develop reliable and future-proof automation solutions for both products and customized needs.

Working closely with Product Management, Projects, Production, and Service, you will ensure strong alignment between technical solutions and business requirements. You will be responsible for setting direction, creating structure across projects, and ensuring high quality delivery of automation solutions across DESMI’s global operations.

DESMI is a dynamic and innovative company where collaboration, continuous learning, and professional development are at the core of our culture. In this role, you will have the opportunity to influence the direction of our automation landscape, develop your team, and contribute to building scalable and efficient solutions that support our continued growth.

Ideally, we are looking for someone who is:

• Technically grounded
• Possess strong leadership and people management skills
• Structured and organized

A glimpse into the role

You will lead a team of automation engineers while ensuring that our solutions are robust and aligned with business needs. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Team Leadership & Development: Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing automation team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Project Execution & Prioritization: Plan, structure, and drive execution across multiple automation projects, ensuring clear priorities, efficient resource allocation, and on-time delivery.
• Technical Direction & Quality Assurance: Set the technical direction for automation solutions across hardware and software, ensuring reliable, serviceable, and future-proof designs.
• Operational Ownership of Automation Solutions: Oversee the development and maintenance of automation systems, translating business and product requirements into standardized, scalable technical solutions.
• Stakeholder Management: Act as the key point of contact for stakeholders across Product Management, Projects, Production, and Service, ensuring alignment and clear communication on scope, expectations, and deliverables.
• Process & Solution Optimization: Drive structured and transparent workflows across projects, continuously improving processes and enabling efficient and consistent delivery of automation solutions.
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Support the ongoing development of DESMI’s automation portfolio by promoting a solution-oriented mindset and identifying opportunities for innovation and standardization.

Your next opportunity starts here

We’re looking for an experienced and driven leader with a strong technical foundation in automation and a passion for developing both people and solutions. You thrive in a dynamic, international environment and are motivated by creating structure, driving progress, and delivering high-quality results together with your team.

We also imagine that you:

• Have minimum 5 years of leadership experience managing technical teams
• Bring a strong technical background within automation, electrical engineering, or a similar field, combined with hands-on experience in both hardware and software design
• Are structured and capable of creating clarity and overview in complex project environments with multiple ongoing activities
• Have strong planning and resource management skills, enabling you to prioritize effectively and ensure successful project execution
• Communicate clearly and proactively with stakeholders across functions and organizational levels
• Take a solution-oriented approach and are comfortable setting direction while supporting your team in delivering robust and scalable solutions
• Have experience working in a dynamic environment where priorities can shift, and where adaptability is key to success
• Are fluent in English, as it is DESMI’s corporate language

The perks of being at DESMI

• Flexible working hours - including possibilities for remote work.
• Global career prospects - work with colleagues across Europe, Asia, and the U.S.
• Skills development and career growth - Training, job rotation, and internal mobility
• Pension - attractive employer contributions
• Private healthcare and life insurance
• On-site canteen - light breakfast, lunch buffet, and snacks
• Company sports & social activities - from badminton and bowling to art clubs and summer parties

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.

Ready to apply?

If you're a dedicated and motivated individual seeking a challenging and rewarding career where you can contribute to a more sustainable future, we encourage you to apply!

To learn more about this please contact Søren Flummer ([e-mail]). We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Business area:
Product Development & Innovation

Location:
Nørresundby

Deadline:
Ongoing

Contact:
Vice President, Product Development and Innovation
Søren Flummer
[e-mail]