Automation & Digitalization Technical Lead

Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.

As a growing, international company with an ambitious strategy and a vibrant workplace culture, ANDRITZ Feed & Biofuel is looking for Automation & Digitalization Technical Lead to join our Headquarters in Esbjerg, Denmark.

Automation & Digitalization Technical Lead is responsible for technical coordination of AD Projects in the region leading and overseeing the technical execution of plant automation projects within a specified geographic region. You will be a point of contact for all Contract execution needs in the region and foster cross-functional team collaboration to ensure successful implementation of automation and digitalization solutions. The position holder will spend 50% of time to lead the team and 50% of time executing the projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the technical execution of automation projects, ensuring that deliverables are met on time, within scope, and on budget.

Collaborate with project managers & PMO to define project scope and support with technical requirements.

Oversee the design, implementation, and testing of automation solutions for multiple projects in the Region.

Ensure the integration of automation systems with existing plant operations. 

Monitoring on-site installation activities to ensure completion of project within the time & cost parameters.

Provide expert technical expertise and guidance on automation systems, including support to Sales & Proposals.

Facilitate resolution of complex electrical installation, automation-related issues coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.

Conduct site assessments to evaluate automation needs and propose solutions.

Work closely with cross-functional teams including operations, engineering, Sales, and service to ensure the successful implementation and operation of automation & digitalization Solutions.

Serve as a technical liaison between the regional project teams, senior management, and external vendors or contractors.

Responsible for leading regional engineering team, monitor project delivery progress. 

Ensure that all automation projects comply with industry standards, local regulations, and safety protocols.

Who are we looking for?

Technical Skills (knowledge)

Knowledge of process automation, PLC, Software Development, Process Control & Electrical Installations. Knowledge of Digital plant solutions is a plus.

Knowledge on processes and design of Animal, Aqua, Pet and Biofuel plants is preferred but not mandatory. 

Able to Analyze technical requirement as per contract. 

MS office. 

Knowledge of solutions within Plant engineering both in Mechanical and electrical areas. 

Able to understand basic business finance, , gross margin percentages and calculations, depreciation, capital and revenue expenditure, cash-flow, overheads, etc. 

As a person you possess:

Leadership & People management skills

Relationship & Teamwork / Intercultural awareness

Good in Communication

Results-oriented with a positive outlook 

Clear focus on high quality and business profit 

Comfortable in a dynamic and international environment 

Excellent planning and time management skills 

Self-driven / Self learning

Customer oriented / Execution Discipline

Good with numbers 

Be flexible of switching between deferent work discipline if workload is needed in other Areas 

Ensure quality in all carried out work

5-7 years of experience in SW process control/process automation

Able to travel approximately 40 to 60 days per year

SCHOOL EDUCATION

Minimum : / Mechanical/Electrical Engineer, Technical Mechanical designer, Technical Constructional designer or similar 

Desirable : / Mechanical / Electrical Engineer / Process engineer

WHAT DO WE OFFER
Meaningful Work –  ANDRITZ remains forefront of future engineering technologies and is committed to successfully delivering innovative, high-quality, environmentally responsible solutions to our customers, shaping the future we live in. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do!
Full Project Involvement –  Working both locally and globally in a variety of key industries, our employees follow their design throughout the entire project lifecycle: from the initial concept, right into the field for commissioning. Employees and customers are both direct benefactors of this “total commitment” approach.
Professional and Personal Growth –  As we continue to innovate and grow, so do our employees. From challenging and innovative work assignments to structured training programs, ANDRITZ provides employees with countless opportunities to grow their knowledge and be the best both professionally and personally.
Flexible Opportunities –  ANDRITZ understands that life is a dynamic balance between personal and professional and believes that a successful and fulfilling career varies between people, so we offer a broad range of flexible opportunities.

If you would like to make a difference together with ANDRITZ Feed and Biofuel, please send your motivated resume and CV via the APPLY button. We process applications on a continuous basis and close the job opening once the right candidate has been selected.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.