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