Senior Electrical Engineer

GEA Group; Alcobendas; Híbrido; EUR 55.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid working model (up to 2 days per

23 days vacation per year

Top Employer 2026

Descripción de la vacante

GEA is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join a dynamic, multicultural team and lead electrical and automation solutions for international projects. The role involves design, commissioning, and site supervision across multiple countries, with significant travel and strong focus on safety and regulatory compliance.

You will work with Project Managers and Engineers to ensure quality documentation, vendor coordination, and successful FATs, while promoting innovation and best practices within

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics/Automation or related field; master’s considered an asset.
• Strong background in electrical engineering with automation knowledge and control systems.
• 2+ years experience in industrial engineering projects including electrical design, installation supervision, and commissioning.
• Experience with electrical design software and standards (IEC, UL) is required.

Responsabilidades

• Design and implement electrical and automation solutions for international projects.
• Travel internationally up to 45% for commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with customer specs, GEA standards and local regulations.
• Prepare and update engineering documentation per quality procedures.
• Coordinate tendering and procurement for electrical cabinets and site installations.
• Supervise assembly, FAT, and on-site electrical activities.

Conocimientos

Electrical engineering expertise

Automation and control

Cross-functional teamwork

Safety awareness

Technical communication

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Herramientas

AutoCAD

EPLAN

SEE Electrical

Caneco

Descripción del empleo

Your responsibilities and tasks

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will join a dynamic, multicultural engineering team and contribute to the successful execution of international projects, covering all phases from contract signing to final completion. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Designing and implementing electrical and automation solutions for international projects (2–8 projects per year) in close coordination with the Project Manager and other Project Engineers.
• Performing worldwide travel and commissioning activities, up to 45% of annual working time.
• Ensuring full compliance of electrical and automation engineering with customer specifications, GEA standards, local regulations, and any applicable electrical and automation norms.
• Preparing, maintaining, and updating engineering documentation in accordance with internal procedures, quality standards, and project requirements.
• Coordinating tendering and procurement processes for electrical cabinets manufacturing and for site electrical installations.
• Supervising electrical panels assembly and leading Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).
• Supervising on-site electrical installation activities, including coordination and management of external subcontractors and site resources.
• Performing equipment IO tests, including electrical measurements, functional checks, troubleshooting, and commissioning support.
• Providing regular and structured progress reports on electrical engineering and site activities to Project Leaders and Project Managers.
• Continuously assessing and promoting safe working conditions during installation, commissioning, and site activities, ensuring strict compliance with regulatory safety requirements as well as Company safety policies and procedures.
• Acting as the technical interface with external suppliers, ensuring correct material selection, procurement, and technical alignment.
• Supporting the preparation of technical offers in close collaboration with Sales and Business Development teams.
• Taking operational technical decisions within the project scope and actively sharing knowledge and best practices across teams.
• Identifying and implementing innovation opportunities, as well as new tools, solutions, or products within the electrical and automation domains.

Your profile and qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Automation, Telecommunications, or a related field. A master’s degree is considered an asset.
• Solid background in electrical engineering, with a good understanding of automation and control systems. Mechanical engineering and pneumatic know-how is a plus.
• Proven experience (2+ years) in industrial engineering projects, including electrical design, installation supervision, and commissioning.
• Proficiency in electrical design and calculation software, such as AutoCAD, EPLAN, SEE Electrical, Caneco, or equivalent tools.
• Solid knowledge of electrical and automation regulations, including European directives and IEC standards, as well as American standards (UL). Experience applying UL 508A for industrial control panels is considered a strong differentiator.
• Experience with functional safety concepts, including SIL (IEC 61508 / IEC 61511) and PL (ISO 13849), applied to industrial automation and electrical systems.
• Familiarity with explosive atmospheres (ATEX), including equipment selection, zoning, and compliance with applicable directives and standards.
• Knowledge of PLC and HMI platforms (Siemens, Schneider, Rockwell, or equivalent).
• Hygienic design principles know-how and QHSE standards. Experience in regulated industries (food, pharma, etc.) is a plus.
• Experience working with international suppliers and subcontractors.
• Strong awareness of industrial safety regulations and best practices on construction and commissioning sites.
• Structured, autonomous, and proactive working style, with a cross-functional and multidisciplinary mindset.
• Ethics, compliance, commitment, and professionalism.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Spanish (native) and high level of English (B2/C1) required; additional languages (French, German, Portuguese) are a plus.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel internationally on a regular basis.

We Offer

• Attractive compensation package aligned with experience, responsibilities, and international exposure.
• Flexible working hours and a hybrid working model (up to two days per week remote).
• 23 days of vacation per year.
• An excellent work environment within an international, collaborative, and technically strong engineering team.
• Continuous internal training and career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally.
• The opportunity to join a company recognized as a Top Employer 2026.

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.

A world of opportunities

We’re a global industrial engineering company and one of the world’s largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical sectors, and many others. GEA offers exciting and diverse training and career opportunities around the world.

GEA’s heritage stretches back more than 140 years. Today, we operate in resilient customer industries with a dedicated workforce of more than 18,000 employees and conduct business with more than 150 countries.

GEA is one of the world’s largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical sectors. Our portfolio includes machinery and plants as well as advanced process technology, components and comprehensive services. Used across diverse industries, they enhance the sustainability and efficiency of production processes globally.

GEA is listed in the DAX and the STOXX® Europe 600 Index and is also among the companies comprising the DAX 50 ESG and MSCI Global Sustainability Indices.