Process Automation Systems Engineer

Emerson; Karlstads kommun; On-site; SEK 550 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A global automation technology leader in Karlstad, Sweden, is seeking a Process Automation Engineer to oversee engineering activities in automation projects across various industries, ensuring quality and adherence to safety standards. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience in automation project execution and must be proficient in both Swedish and English.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Inclusive workplace environment

Diverse perspectives encouraged

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in automation project execution for different industry segments.
• Proficient in Swedish and English (written and verbal).

Responsibilities

• Support Lead Engineers / Project Managers in managing customer expectations.
• Take ownership of engineering activities on all allocated tasks.
• Provide necessary support and information to Lead Engineers / Project Managers.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

DCS

PLC

Job description

Overview

As a Process Automation Engineer, you will be responsible for implementing projects delivering Distributed Control Systems for process industries automation (such as Pharmaceutical, Chemical, Oil & Gas and Refining) under the supervision of other expert engineers.

In this role, you will undertake project implementation and factory acceptance test phases and will also be responsible for creating documents developed for our customers within our project team according to agreed planning and functional requirements. You will support the Project Team in the delivery of project-related engineering work.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be

• Customer Relations – support Lead Engineers / Project Managers in understanding, managing, and achieving each customer’s expectations.
• Project Execution – take ownership of the engineering activities (DeltaV DCS design, configuration, testing, commissioning, and start-up) on all allocated tasks and proactively use methodologies, resources, and techniques for minimizing the execution cost, whilst maintaining the requisite schedule and quality standard.
• Project Management – provide Lead Engineers / Project Managers with all necessary support and information to ensure that they are fully informed of resource requirements, progress, and areas of risk for the allocated tasks.
• Quality control – ensure that all engineering activities are undertaken by the Company’s quality control processes and that the relevant standard is achieved – always adhere to the company’s and customer\'s health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Technical knowledge – acquires, maintains, and actively shares knowledge and experience with the engineering team and the wider organization.

Who You Are

You research initiatives and try innovative ways. You build the customer relationships. You solicit both input and discussion. You take time to ask questions and define the problem and make learning a priority and a goal. You make new connections and establish links in other areas and teams. You put the team and organization first.

For This Role, You Will Need

• A bachelor\'s degree in a technical field is required.
• 5+ years of experience in automation project execution for different industry segments (Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Refining, Pharma etc.) with DCS and/or PLC, good technical knowledge.
• Proficient in Swedish and English (written and verbal).

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart

• Willingness to travel to customers and other Emerson sites as required.
• Ability to work independently and within defined timelines.

Our Culture & Commitment to You

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our dedication to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results!

About Us

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

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About Emerson

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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