Senior Process Automation Engineer - Hybrid Lead Projects

GEA Group; Hudson (WI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

12 paid holidays

PTO 136 hours

7% 401(k) employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness incentive program

Employee Assistance Program

Health Savings Account

Job summary

GEA Group, a global engineering leader, seeks a Senior Process Automation Engineer in Oakdale, MN. You will design, develop, test, and commission industrial automation systems, lead projects, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams across Food, Dairy, Beverage, and Pharma sectors.

The role offers hybrid work and requires strong English communication, a background in electrical/automation engineering, and 5+ years of related experience. Travel up to 40% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years experience in automation engineering.
• Willingness to travel up to 40%.

Responsibilities

• Develop Process Functional Descriptions from general process descriptions.
• Design automation software and coordinate with product departments.
• Coordinate with cross‑functional teams to ensure requirements are met.
• Lead automation and electrical engineering tasks and manage project schedules.
• Provide on‑site support during commissioning and close‑out.

Skills

Process automation

Electrical design

Project leadership

Industrial control

English proficiency

Rockwell Hardware/Software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Job description

GEA Group, a global engineering leader, seeks a Senior Process Automation Engineer in Oakdale, MN. You will design, develop, test, and commission industrial automation systems, lead projects, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams across Food, Dairy, Beverage, and Pharma sectors.

The role offers hybrid work and requires strong English communication, a background in electrical/automation engineering, and 5+ years of related experience. Travel up to 40% is expected.