Company Description

AFRY is a leading European engineering consultancy with a global reach in engineering, design and consulting. Today, we are over 19,000 dedicated experts working primarily in infrastructure, industry, energy and digitalization. Together we accelerate the transition towards a sustainable society and create sustainable solutions for future generations.

Job description

We are looking for an automation engineer with experience in Siemens SIMATIC PCS 7 and process automation systems. The role involves working on the design, configuration and implementation of DCS solutions in projects ranging from concept phase to FAT/SAT and commissioning. You will be involved in the entire lifecycle - from requirements analysis and system architecture to programming, testing and documentation. Typical assignments include:

• System design and programming of DCS/PLC/SCADA solutions
• Migration and upgrade of existing automation platforms
• Integration of field instrumentation, networks and communication protocols (e.g. Profibus, Profinet, OPT, etc. Profibus, Profinet, OPC UA)
• Conducting verification and validation according to applicable standards
• Delivery of functional commitments and complete system solutions

The work takes place both at the customer and in our in-house projects, where you collaborate with multidisciplinary teams within Automation West - a segment with about 60 engineers and technical specialists in Gothenburg and Varberg. We work according to established project models and use tools such as COMOS, TIA Portal, WinCC and PCS 7 Engineering System.

Qualifications

You are an analytical and solution-oriented engineer with a strong understanding of systems and used to working in complex project environments. You have a good ability to translate requirements specifications into technical solutions and are comfortable documenting according to standardized methods. You enjoy working in parallel project flows and have a structured approach.

We are looking for you who have:

• Civil or university engineering degree in automation, electrical engineering or equivalent
• Several years of experience in the design and implementation of process automation systems
• Deep competence in Siemens SIMATIC PCS 7 (Engineering, Batch, Safety)
• Experience with other DCS/PLC/SCADA platforms (eg. ABB 800xA, Emerson DeltaV, Rockwell)
• B-driving license and ability to travel within Sweden
• Good communication skills in Swedish and English, both orally and in writing

Additional:

• Experience in model-based simulation (ex. SIMIT, MATLAB/Simulink)
• Experience with system upgrades and migration of legacy systems
• Knowledge of ISA-88/ISA-95 and industrial automation standards

Please note that the role may be subject to security protection legislation, which means requirements for Swedish citizenship and approved registry and drug control.

Further information

At AFRY, you will have access to a technologically advanced work environment with the opportunity to work on projects of high complexity and technical breadth. We offer:

• The opportunity to be involved from the early stages of building the team and the opportunity to become really sharp on DCS and process industry.
• Individual development plans with certifications and courses in automation, cybersecurity and system design
• Collectively agreed benefits, health care contributions and insurance solutions
• Access to Club AFRY - our staff club with activities that promote networking and well-being
• We work actively with skills development and believe that technical excellence combined with a good working environment creates long-term success.

Welcome with your application, the last day to apply is 2025-10-15. Interviews and selection will take place continuously during the application period. For all recruitments at AFRY, an ID check, reference checks and verification of education are always carried out as a basis. Read more about our recruitment process here.

Do you have questions about the position? You are welcome to contact Mikael Börjesson, who will be happy to answer your questions. For questions about the recruitment process, you are welcome to contact Linn Ehrnberg.

Contact person for questions:
Mikael Börjesson, Section Manager Advanced Automation Gothenburg mikael.borjesson@afry.com

Linn Ehrnberg, Recruitment Partner Advanced Automation
linn.ehrnberg@afry.com

We refrain from direct contact with staffing and recruitment agencies and 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