Drive Core Automation Platforms and Standards, Kolding, Jutland, Denmark

About Gram Equipment

Gram Equipment is a global leader in advanced process equipment and automated production solutions for the food industry. Our automation platforms are at the core of everything we deliver — from high-capacity production lines to digitalized and future-ready factories. To strengthen our core automation capabilities, we are looking for an Automation Specialist with a broad technical profile and strong hands-on experience across automation technologies.

The Role

As Automation Specialist – Core Automation & Technologies, you will act as a technical generalist and enabler within automation. Your focus will be on automation platforms, vision systems, technology standards, and tool chains, supporting projects and teams across the organization. You will work closely with engineers, project teams, and specialists to ensure robust, scalable, and standardized automation solutions — while continuously exploring and introducing new technologies.

This role is distinct from our data-focused automation roles and is centered on core automation excellence and technology ownership.

Key Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include:

• Automation technologies & standards

• Drive and maintain core automation technologies and standards

• Support automation teams with best practices, tools, and platforms

• Vision systems & inspection solutions

• Design, deploy, and maintain vision solutions for automated production lines

• Support vision setups, calibration, and troubleshooting

• Automation toolbox & platforms

• Maintain and develop the automation toolbox used across projects

• Support SharePoint solutions, documentation, and knowledge sharing

• Digitalization & enabling technologies

• Contribute to digitalization initiatives and technical infrastructure

• Support VPN, network, and system connectivity for automation solutions

• Technology development & innovation

• Research and evaluate new automation and production technologies

• Apply AI/ML and data tools where relevant to improve automation performance

The role combines hands-on engineering with platform ownership and technical leadership across automation projects.

Your Profile

We are looking for a technically strong and versatile automation professional with a broad system understanding.

Key qualifications:

• +5 years of experience within industrial automation
• Strong, hands-on experience with automation systems and PLC programming
• Solid experience with vision systems and vision-based automation
• Experience with automation platforms, networks, and system integration
• Familiarity with data analytics and AI/ML tools (advantage, not core focus)
• Experience with high-level programming languages
• Strong communication skills in English, written and spoken

What We Offer

• A central automation role with broad technical influence
• Opportunity to work with multiple technologies and automation platforms
• Close collaboration across engineering, projects, and digitalization
• A global, innovative, and technically strong work environment
• Continuous professional development and long-term career opportunities

Join Us

If you are passionate about automation technology, enjoy working across systems and platforms, and want to help build strong, scalable automation foundations — we would like to hear from you.

Apply now and become part of Gram Equipment’s automation excellence! Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.

About us

At Gram Equipment, we foster an inclusive, supportive, and innovative workplace where every individual can grow and contribute. Our core values of trust, respect, and dedication guide us in creating a culture of collaboration and excellence.

• People Focus: We prioritize the development and well-being of our team.
• Dedication: We go the extra mile to support our customers and colleagues.
• Innovation: We embrace new technologies to drive sustainable progress in the ice cream industry.
• Ambition & Performance: We strive for excellence, constantly evolving.
• Trust & Respect: We nurture a diverse, respectful environment where collaboration thrives.

Founded in 1901, Gram Equipment is the global leader in sustainable ice cream equipment. Our commitment to innovation and quality helps our customers succeed while minimizing environmental impact. Our mission is clear: to lead the industry with sustainable solutions that benefit both our customers and the planet.