Automation engineer in the food industry

Role Summary

Do you want to work with PLC programming and/or electrical design in the food industry - at one of Sweden's leading engineering and design companies? Are you also unprestigious, social and enjoy collaborating in teams?

Then this could be the right service for you!

The Food business area at AFRY is characterized by long industry experience and high competence in project management, process design, plant construction, automation and quality assurance. As one of AFRY's strategically selected segments, Food is an area that we are particularly focused on globally.

Our business concept is to both manage and further develop our project business as well as our overall commitments. We are in a strong growth phase and continue to expand, both nationally and internationally.

As an automation engineer with us in Malmö, you will work closely with experienced colleagues in assignments aimed at the food industry. Together, we help our customers to develop, streamline and optimize their operations.

We work in project form, where each assignment is based on the customer's specific needs and conditions - which makes each project unique. Therefore, we would like you to be flexible, adaptable and enjoy new challenges.

Examples of tasks

• PLC programming
• Systematization and technical solutions
• Tender work
• Electrical construction
• Project management
• Commissioning
• Service and maintenance

The work group consists of 14 people with different roles, with approximately half working primarily with PLC programming and half with electrical design. Most have extensive experience in the industry, and we have a strong culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing. There is a lot of expertise here to take advantage of - and good opportunities for you to develop, from junior to a highly skilled automation engineer.

Requirements

We are looking for you who have

• At least 3 years' experience as an automation engineer, preferably in the food industry
• Relevant education in automation and/or electrical construction, or equivalent work experience
• B driver's license
• Good ability to read and understand electrical drawings
• Experience with PLC programming
• We attach great importance to your personal qualities. To thrive in the role, we believe that you are curious, unprestigious and find it easy to collaborate with others. You are flexible, social and thrive in a varied everyday life where the customers' needs are in focus.
• You work in a structured way and take responsibility for your work, both independently and in a team. At the same time, you are happy to share your ideas and experiences and have a positive attitude to new challenges.
• You have a good command of Swedish and English, both spoken and written, and are used to working in project form.
• Travel occurs in the position, on average approximately 20–40 days per year, both within Sweden and internationally.
• Meritorious
• Experience with Siemens Classic and/or TIA Portal
• Experience as an operating technician with PLC systems
• General programming experience or a strong interest in programming
• Experience with electrical design tools such as ElProCAD, EPLAN or equivalent

About the Company

AFRY offers services in technology, design, digitization and consulting. We are dedicated experts in industry, energy and infrastructure and create value for future generations. AFRY has Nordic roots with a global reach. Our common principles - Result driven, Client centric, Empowering and Accountable - guide us in how we work, develop and succeed together. Be part of accelerating the transition to a sustainable society.

Why AFRY?

We offer a modern workplace in a global context with a strong spirit of the future. With us, you get the opportunity to grow both professionally and personally through development plans, courses and certifications. We work actively for diversity and believe that different experiences and perspectives make us stronger and more innovative.

AFRY is repeatedly ranked as one of Sweden's most attractive employers - perhaps it is because we invest in our employees as much as in our customers?

Additional Information

The application deadline is October 2, 2026. We apply ongoing selection and the position may be filled before the application deadline. Welcome with your application today!

For questions contact us

Recruiting Manager, Dennis: dennis.hagebrand@afry.com

Recruitment partner, Ellinor: ellinor.dahlqvist@afry.com

At AFRY, we drive change in everything we do. Do you want to join the journey and shape the food industry of the future?

👉 Join us. Make Future.

At AFRY, we drive change in everything we do. We believe that change happens when bold ideas come together, when we collaborate, create innovation 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.

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