Automation Engineer R&D – Develop Advanced Automation Solutions for New Products

Søborg, Søborg, Denmark • Posted May 25, 2026

Job Type: Full time

Location: Søborg, Søborg

Posted: May 25, 2026

Category: Engineers

Application Deadline: July 04, 2026

Role Description

Responsibilities / Tasks
As an Automation Engineer in R&D, you will play a central role in developing automation solutions for new products. You will work with both software and hardware, as well as prototype development, in an iterative development process.
Your primary responsibilities will include:
Programming PLC-based systems – primarily in Siemens TIA Portal
Implementing communication protocols such as PROFINET, OPC UA, etc., to connect in-house MCU-based solutions with main PLC systems at plant level
Building prototype systems, including wiring, component selection, and choosing enclosures and panels
Preparing technical documentation
Troubleshooting, optimizing, and documenting both software and hardware solutions in an iterative development process
Your Profile / Qualifications
We are looking for someone who can work independently with technical responsibility for automation solutions. You ...
                

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