Responsibilities / TasksAs 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:<ul><li>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.</li><li>Performing worldwide travel and commissioning activities, up to 45% of annual working time.</li><li>Ensuring full compliance of electrical and automation engineering with customer specifications, GEA standards, local regulations, and any applicable electrical and automation norms.</li><li>Preparing, maintaining, and updating engineering documentation in accordance with internal procedures, quality standards, and project requirements.</li><li>Coordinating tendering and procurement processes for electrical cabinets manufacturing and for site electrical installations.</li><li>Supervising electrical panels assembly and leading Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).</li><li>Supervising on-site electrical installation activities, including coordination and management of external subcontractors and site resources.</li><li>Performing equipment IO tests, including electrical measurements, functional checks, troubleshooting, and commissioning support.</li><li>Providing regular and structured progress reports on electrical engineering and site activities to Project Leaders and Project Managers.</li><li>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.</li><li>Acting as the technical interface with external suppliers, ensuring correct material selection, procurement, and technical alignment.</li><li>Supporting the preparation of technical offers in close collaboration with Sales and Business Development teams.</li><li>Taking operational technical decisions within the project scope and actively sharing knowledge and best practices across teams.</li><li>Identifying and implementing innovation opportunities, as well as new tools, solutions, or products within the electrical and automation domains.</li></ul>Your Profile / Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Automation, Telecommunications, or a related field. A master’s degree is considered an asset.</li><li>Solid background in electrical engineering, with a good understanding of automation and control systems. Mechanical engineering and pneumatic know-how is a plus.</li><li>Proven experience (2+ years) in industrial engineering projects, including electrical design, installation supervision, and commissioning.</li><li>Proficiency in electrical design and calculation software, such as AutoCAD, EPLAN, SEE Electrical, Caneco, or equivalent tools.</li><li>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.</li><li>Experience with functional safety concepts, including SIL (IEC 61508 / IEC 61511) and PL (ISO 13849), applied to industrial automation and electrical systems.</li><li>Familiarity with explosive atmospheres (ATEX), including equipment selection, zoning, and compliance with applicable directives and standards.</li><li>Knowledge of PLC and HMI platforms (Siemens, Schneider, Rockwell, or equivalent).</li><li>Good computer literacy (Internet, Microsoft Office).</li><li>Hygienic design principles know-how and QHSE standards. Experience in regulated industries (food, pharma, etc.) is a plus.</li><li>Experience working with international suppliers and subcontractors.</li><li>Strong awareness of industrial safety regulations and best practices on construction and commissioning sites.</li><li>Structured, autonomous, and proactive working style, with a cross-functional and multidisciplinary mindset.</li><li>Ethics, compliance, commitment, and professionalism.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Spanish (native) and high level of English (B2/C1) required; additional languages (French, German, Portuguese) are a plus.</li><li>Willingness and flexibility to travel internationally on a regular basis.</li></ul>We Offer<ul><li>Attractive compensation package aligned with experience, responsibilities, and international exposure.</li><li>Flexible working hours and a hybrid working model (up to two days per week remote).</li><li>23 days of vacation per year.</li><li>An excellent work environment within an international, collaborative, and technically strong engineering team.</li><li>Continuous internal training and career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally.</li><li>The opportunity to join a company recognized as a Top Employer 2026.</li></ul>Did we spark your interest? Then please click apply above to access our guided application process.

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Senior Electrical Engineer

Responsibilities / TasksAs 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:<ul><li>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.</li><li>Performing worldwide travel and commissioning activities, up to 45% of annual working time.</li><li>Ensuring full compliance of electrical and automation engineering with customer specifications, GEA standards, local regulations, and any applicable electrical and automation norms.</li><li>Preparing, maintaining, and updating engineering documentation in accordance with internal procedures, quality standards, and project requirements.</li><li>Coordinating tendering and procurement processes for electrical cabinets manufacturing and for site electrical installations.</li><li>Supervising electrical panels assembly and leading Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).</li><li>Supervising on-site electrical installation activities, including coordination and management of external subcontractors and site resources.</li><li>Performing equipment IO tests, including electrical measurements, functional checks, troubleshooting, and commissioning support.</li><li>Providing regular and structured progress reports on electrical engineering and site activities to Project Leaders and Project Managers.</li><li>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.</li><li>Acting as the technical interface with external suppliers, ensuring correct material selection, procurement, and technical alignment.</li><li>Supporting the preparation of technical offers in close collaboration with Sales and Business Development teams.</li><li>Taking operational technical decisions within the project scope and actively sharing knowledge and best practices across teams.</li><li>Identifying and implementing innovation opportunities, as well as new tools, solutions, or products within the electrical and automation domains.</li></ul>Your Profile / Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Automation, Telecommunications, or a related field. A master’s degree is considered an asset.</li><li>Solid background in electrical engineering, with a good understanding of automation and control systems. Mechanical engineering and pneumatic know-how is a plus.</li><li>Proven experience (2+ years) in industrial engineering projects, including electrical design, installation supervision, and commissioning.</li><li>Proficiency in electrical design and calculation software, such as AutoCAD, EPLAN, SEE Electrical, Caneco, or equivalent tools.</li><li>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.</li><li>Experience with functional safety concepts, including SIL (IEC 61508 / IEC 61511) and PL (ISO 13849), applied to industrial automation and electrical systems.</li><li>Familiarity with explosive atmospheres (ATEX), including equipment selection, zoning, and compliance with applicable directives and standards.</li><li>Knowledge of PLC and HMI platforms (Siemens, Schneider, Rockwell, or equivalent).</li><li>Good computer literacy (Internet, Microsoft Office).</li><li>Hygienic design principles know-how and QHSE standards. Experience in regulated industries (food, pharma, etc.) is a plus.</li><li>Experience working with international suppliers and subcontractors.</li><li>Strong awareness of industrial safety regulations and best practices on construction and commissioning sites.</li><li>Structured, autonomous, and proactive working style, with a cross-functional and multidisciplinary mindset.</li><li>Ethics, compliance, commitment, and professionalism.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Spanish (native) and high level of English (B2/C1) required; additional languages (French, German, Portuguese) are a plus.</li><li>Willingness and flexibility to travel internationally on a regular basis.</li></ul>We Offer<ul><li>Attractive compensation package aligned with experience, responsibilities, and international exposure.</li><li>Flexible working hours and a hybrid working model (up to two days per week remote).</li><li>23 days of vacation per year.</li><li>An excellent work environment within an international, collaborative, and technically strong engineering team.</li><li>Continuous internal training and career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally.</li><li>The opportunity to join a company recognized as a Top Employer 2026.</li></ul>Did we spark your interest? Then please click apply above to access our guided application process.

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