Company description

AFRY offers services in engineering, design, digitalization and consulting. We are dedicated experts in industry, energy and infrastructure, creating value for future generations. AFRY has Nordic roots with global reach. Our common principles - Result driven, Client centric, Empowering and Accountable - guide us in how we work, develop and succeed together. Join us in accelerating the transition to a sustainable society.   

Job description

As an Automation Engineer, you are responsible for configuring, programming and optimizing DCS systems to ensure stable and efficient operation. You participate in projects from design and construction to commissioning and validation. You perform troubleshooting and preventive maintenance of control systems and process equipment and integrate DCS with PLC, SCADA and/or MES systems. You ensure that all automation solutions meet GMP, GAMP 5 and regulatory requirements. In addition, you participate in technical discussions and design phases of automation solutions, FAT/SAT, qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) and documentation, and contribute to improvement projects and implementation of new technologies where travel may occur.  

Qualifications

You will:

• Program, configure and optimize Siemens SIMATIC PCS 7 including Batch, CFC/SFC and HMI/OS.
• Participate in the entire project chain - from feasibility study and design to commissioning, validation and documentation.
• Integrate DCS with PLC, SCADA and MES solutions.
• Ensure that all automation solutions meet GMP, GAMP 5 and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to improvement projects and implementation of new technologies.

Examples of systems and equipment you will work with

• Siemens PCS 7 and related communication solutions: Profibus, Profinet, OPC
• Safety features and redundant systems
• Process equipment for pharmaceutical manufacturing (e.g. mixers, reactors, etc.We are looking for you who have:
  • A minimum of 3 years of documented experience with Siemens PCS 7 or similar DCS systems, including configuration, programming and commissioning.
  • Experience in Life Science, Pharmaceutical, Food, Energy or other regulated industries.
  • Good knowledge of industrial communication protocols and networks.
  • Very good knowledge of Swedish and English, both in speech and writing

  Advantageous is:

  • Technical education at college/university level in automation, electrical engineering, mechatronics or equivalent experience.
  • Experience in integration between DCS and PLC/SCADA/MES.

  Personal qualities

  We are looking for a person who is communicative and collaborative, with a structured and solution-oriented approach. You are thorough and quality conscious, and have the ability to work both independently and in a team.

  Further information

  Welcome with your application, deadline is 2026-01-12
  
  Contact person for questions:

  Vytautas Urbikas, Service Area Manager

  vytautas.urbikas@afry.com

  All recruitments at AFRY are always based on an ID check, reference checks and verification of education.

  We do not get in direct contact with staffing and recruitment companies or sellers of additional job ads.

  At AFRY, we drive change in everything we do. We believe that change happens when bold ideas come together, when we collaborate, innovate and embrace creative solutions, that's how we create the future. We are constantly looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive teams around the world. Join us and accelerate the green transition