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Company Description

AFRY offers services within engineering, design, digitalization, and consulting. We are dedicated experts within industry, energy, and infrastructure, creating value for future generations. AFRY has a global reach with deep roots in the Nordics. Together, we accelerate the transition to a more sustainable society.

Job Description

Our customers are facing major changes driven by new technical solutions, and we are looking for you who want to make a difference! We are currently recruiting engineers who want to join our push towards the future of automation and digitalization within Life Science.

The Electrical, Automation & Industrial IT section within the Life Science business area is now looking for an Automation Engineer specializing in PLC/SCADA who wants to develop within automation in an environment where technology, quality, and safety are central parts of the operations?

About the Role

As an Automation Engineer specializing in PLC/SCADA, you will become a key person in our automation and production team. You will be responsible for developing, commissioning, and maintaining PLC-based control systems in a modern and GMP-regulated production environment within Life Science, where travel may occur.

You will:

• Program, configure, and optimize PLC systems, focusing on Siemens (S7-300/400/1500, TIA Portal, WinCC) and/or Allen-Bradley/Rockwell (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, FactoryTalk).
• Participate in the entire project chain – from feasibility studies and design to commissioning, validation, and documentation.
• Perform troubleshooting and preventive maintenance of control systems and process equipment.
• Integrate PLC systems with SCADA, DCS, and MES solutions.
• Ensure that all automation solutions meet GMP, GAMP 5, and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to improvement projects and the implementation of new technology.

Examples of systems and equipment you will work with:

• Communication solutions: EtherNet/IP, Profibus, Profinet, Modbus
• Safety PLCs and machine safety systems
• Process equipment for pharmaceutical manufacturing (e.g., reactors and filling lines, etc.)

Qualifications

We are looking for someone who has:

• Documented experience of at least 3 years with Siemens or Allen-Bradley PLC systems.
• Experience from the process industry, preferably pharmaceuticals or other regulated industries.
• Good knowledge of industrial communication protocols and networks.
• Good proficiency in Swedish and English (spoken and written).

Merits include:

• Technical higher education in automation, electrical engineering, mechatronics, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with integration between PLC and SCADA/DCS/MES.
• Experience with advanced troubleshooting and optimization of control systems.
• Experience within Life Science, GMP, and regulatory requirements.

Personal Attributes:

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

Further Information

At AFRY, many of us are passionate, not just at work but also in our spare time. We want to be your ideal employer, regardless of life stage, and we understand the importance of balancing private life and work.

Therefore, we would like to mention some of the benefits you will receive if you join us:

• Fixed salary and collective agreement – Secure components that are a given for us!
• Further development through training, our assignments, and by networking with our skilled consultants.
• Club AFRY – Our staff club with opportunities for cultural and sporting events, book club, cabin rentals, yoga, etc.
• Health allowance.

Apply now. The last day for applications is 2026-08-31.

Do you have questions about the position? Feel free to contact:

Vytautas Urbikas, Service Area Manager
Email: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

We kindly ask that you do not contact us directly regarding recruitment agencies or sellers of additional job advertisements.

At AFRY, we drive change in everything we do. We believe change happens when bold ideas meet, when we collaborate, create innovation, and embrace creative solutions – that is how we create the future. We are constantly seeking qualified candidates who want to join our inclusive teams around the world. Become part of us and accelerate the green transition.