Process Automation Engineer

Description

GEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 8 + years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide.

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.

• Why join GEA

• 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.

Your profile and qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field, or equivalent work experience.

• Must have proven analytical skills.

• Must possess good English language communication skills both verbal and written skills.

• Must possess good interpersonal skills and work well in a team setting as well as independently as required.

• Computer literate, (word processing at 60 wpm, Excel spreadsheet, e-mail).

• Advantageous to have working knowledge of MS Office products.

• Ability to work independently.

• Must be able to travel as assignments require (25%),

Your responsibilities and tasks

• Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day

• Recharge and refresh – Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore

• Invest in your future – A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster

• Keep learning – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset

• Live well – Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits

• Get support when you need it – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance

• Save smart – Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses

• Designs electrical control panels and control systems by applying knowledge of electricity, materials, and instrumentation/control equipment.

• Incorporates specifications and requirements into system design and specifies and requisitions equipment accordingly.

• Coordinates and supervises design requirements with designers.

• Assures product quality by designing electrical testing methods; testing finished products and system capabilities.

• Coordinates, supervises and inspects the activity of electricians performing system wiring both in-house (skid systems) and at customer sites.

• Provides electrical checkout of systems in-house and at customer sites.

• Generates detailed process Functional Descriptions (FDs) from general process descriptions handed over from the product departments.

• Coordinates with the product departments to ensure the programming will meet their requirements.

• Coordinates with Team Lead - Process Automation to fully understand the Process Automation standards, and to implement those concepts in the control systems.

• Designs software applications by applying knowledge of computer programs, systems, and networks, and/or by supervising and coordinating the design done by subcontractors.

• Tests software applications by performing simulation testing of software on the hardware platforms or emulators.

• Coordinate schedule and budget with the Team Lead - Process Automation and the Project Manager.

• Completes projects by commissioning instrumentation, electrical, and control systems at customer sites.

• Maintains product and company reputation by utilizing established equipment, procedures, and designs, and complying with federal, state and local regulations.

• Maintains confidentiality by keeping information confidential.

• Prepares documentation to be included in operating manual by identifying and describing equipment operating characteristics.

• Contributes to team effort by assisting others with their projects and completing non-project related tasks as assigned.