Responsibilities / Tasks

Solicitar este puesto es simple. Desplácese hacia abajo y haga clic en "Solicitar" para ser considerado para esta posición.

We are seeking a Senior Manager Automation to lead automation project execution, manage engineering teams, and support business growth through customer-focused solutions. This role combines project management , people leadership , and technical automation expertise , ensuring successful delivery of automation, regular, and service projects in accordance with customer requirements, company standards, quality expectations, and budget targets.

The successful candidate will act as a key interface between customers, project teams, engineering resources, and sales functions while driving continuous improvement in engineering and project execution processes.

Project & Automation Management

-

- Manage automation, regular, and service projects from initiation through completion.

- Ensure automation project compliance with customer specifications, functional analysis, company norms, and automation standards.

- Organize and initiate automation project execution within approved budget frameworks.

- Drive project performance while balancing quality, cost, and delivery commitments.

- Continuously evaluate and mitigate risks across projects and quotations.

- Make product customization decisions during project execution when required.

- Support project teams throughout execution, including on-site support when necessary.

Team Leadership

-

- Lead, supervise, evaluate, and mentor Automation Engineers and Lead Automation Engineers.

- Support the professional growth and development of team members.





- Promote the consistent application of project methodologies and internal procedures.

- Ensure adherence to engineering standards, processes, and best practices.

Customer & Business Support

-

- Act as a primary point of contact for customers regarding project scope, planning, and delivery.

- Negotiate project scope and execution timelines with customers.

- Identify customer needs and translate them into business opportunities.

- Collaborate closely with Sales and After Sales teams.

- Perform project estimations and provide technical support during quotation and proposal phases.

- Ensure automation quotation processes meet established procedures and quality standards.

Continuous Improvement

-

- Drive continuous optimization of engineering tools, methods, and project execution processes.

- Participate in internal improvement initiatives and contribute to organizational excellence.

- Support the implementation of best practices across projects and engineering activities.

Your Profile / Qualifications

Education

-

- Master’s Degree in Automation Engineering or a related field.

- Professional Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent).

Experience

-





- Minimum 5 years of proven experience in Automation and/or Electrical Engineering.

- Broad experience in project execution and project management.

- Demonstrated experience leading teams and mentoring engineering professionals.

- Experience managing customer-facing projects and stakeholder relationships.

Languages

-

- English: B2/C1 level required.

- French, Portuguese, and/or German considered a strong advantage.

Key Competencies

-

- Planning and organizational skills

- Effective communication skills

- Results orientation

- Quality focus

- Customer orientation (internal and external)

- Decision-making capability

- Leadership and people development

- Risk management mindset

- Stress tolerance

- Strong written and verbal communication skills

Technical Skills

-

- Office software proficiency

- Automation and electrical engineering expertise

- Project management methodologies and tools

Travel Requirements

-

- Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time , depending on project and customer requirements.

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. xcskxlj

- Continuous internal training and career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally.

- The opportunity to join a company recognized as a Top Employer 2026.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Manager Automation (Alcobendas)
🏢 Gea Group
📍 Alcobendas