Automation Engineer

Shell Biogas · Odense Join Shell Biogas and help shape the future of green energy! We're looking for an Automation Engineer, who is passionate about technology and eager to make an impact. In this role, you'll ensure the optimal operation and continuous improvement of our control systems across biogas plants in Denmark and Europe. Your work will directly contribute to the green transition and the evolution of our technologies. About the role As part of our Engineering Technical Support (ETS) department within Asset Management, you will report to the Manager of ETS and work closely with our 15 large-scale biogas plants. Your tasks will include programming, commissioning, and documenting changes to our systems both locally and internationally. Location: Odense Office. Travel: Occasional visits to sites in Denmark and across Europe. Your responsibilities include: Continue and active participation in the department core value: Work With Fun PLC programming, primarily Siemens S7/TIA, and secondarily Rockwell RSLogix and PlantPAx SCADA configuration, primarily IGSS, and secondarily Rockwell FTView Identify and implement optimization opportunities to reduce costs and increase capacity Develop maintenance programs based on risk assessments and legal requirements Drive multidisciplinary maintenance and improvement projects from concept to final implementation in collaboration with both the local operations organizations across Europe and our internal departments based in Denmark Share knowledge between Asset Management and project teams during new plant designs and refurbishments Configuration and setup of servers Create functional and programming descriptions Design and Configuration of process networks Support operations and contribute to a strong safety and performance culture Automation Engineer with a logical mindset You have an educational background as an automation engineer, automation technologist, marine engineer, electrical contractor, or similar. In addition, it is an advantage if you already have experience from a similar position. However, it is not a requirement. If you have the right mindset, we will be interested in recent graduates. As a person, you think logically and have a structured approach to problem-solving. Quality is your trademark, and you thrive in the role of 'expert' in your field. You are both experienced and enjoy working in project teams with excellent communication skills and are also able to work independently. Other requirements: Experience with technical project management and work in a goal-oriented and structured way to meet agreed schedules Ability to work independently and as part of a team, where you share knowledge and create results through collaboration You thrive on challenges and are passionate about solving technical problems You thrive in an environment where new tasks are constantly on the horizon and where not two days are ever the same Ability to think holistically, also across the organisation, and to build good relationships with others Willingness to work on projects and with colleagues across Europe and potentially in other Global markets Flexibility to occasionally travel to our sites in Denmark