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GEA Group

Global provider of processing equipment

Automation Technician / PLC Programmer

Controls & Automation EngineeringUpdated on Nov 12
Full-timeAhaus, GermanyNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Completed technical education as a technician or master craftsman, or a degree, for example in Electrical Engineering or Automation Engineering.
  • Initial experience commissioning and visualizing automation and control systems, ideally with Siemens TIA Portal, Step 7, WinCC, or Rockwell.
  • Good German and English language skills at B2/C1 level.
  • Willingness to undertake worldwide project-related travel of approximately 30%.

Responsibilities

  • Create, extend, and optimize control programs using Siemens Step 7/TIA Portal or Rockwell.
  • Develop and adapt operator and visualization systems, for example using WinCC.
  • Commission advanced food-industry plants worldwide, such as dairy plants.
  • Conduct functional tests, analyze faults, and develop solutions to ensure reliable plant operation.
  • Prepare technical documentation and collaborate closely with adjacent disciplines and international project teams.

Desired Qualifications

  • Analytical, structured, and independent working style, with an interest in solving technical challenges.
  • Teamwork and communication skills.

About the Company

GEA Group

Global provider of processing equipment

GEA Group provides systems and components for processing in the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries, offering end-to-end process solutions from engineering and installation to service. Its equipment forms integrated processing lines that transform raw materials into finished products, with customizable modules for drying, separation, heating/cooling, and sanitation. It differentiates itself through a long history, global scale, and a diversified portfolio built via strategic acquisitions, enabling complete, one-stop project delivery. Its goal is to advance technologies and expand its impact by delivering reliable, efficient processing solutions that support sustainability.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Düsseldorf, Germany
Founded
1881

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