Senior Process Automation Engineer

Job overview

Senior Process Automation Engineer in Afton, MN. This is a hybrid or remote role, depending on project needs. The salary range is $110,000 - $130,000 per year. GEA Group is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. This role is responsible for the design, development, testing, and commissioning of industrial process automation systems, serving as a technical lead on assigned projects across various industries.

What you'll do

• Support Sales in driving automation upgrades and digital service product growth
• develop detailed Process Functional Descriptions (FDs)
• design automation software
• coordinate with product departments
• ensure compliance with GEA Process Automation standards
• conduct software testing
• collaborate with electrical designers
• commission instrumentation, electrical, and control systems
• act as Automation Lead on assigned projects
• manage automation and electrical engineers
• maintain accurate documentation.

What we're looking for

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or a related field

Experience

Typically, 5+ years of experience in a similar automation engineering role

Skills & competencies

senior process automation engineer

gea

afton mn

full time

hybrid

remote

service

engineering

automation

5+ years experience

bachelor's degree

travel required

Work arrangement

• Visa sponsorship: No

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day
• 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO
• 7% 401(k) employer match
• tuition reimbursement
• wellness incentive program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings and Spending Accounts.

About the employer

GEA is hiring for this role. Industry: Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing (except Contractors). Sector: 31.