Why This Job is Right for You We have several exciting projects in the pipeline and need to strengthen our industrial automation team with more automation engineers. You will work in a cross-functional team with our senior project managers and mechanical engineers to create smart and efficient automation solutions. We work with consulting, concepts, feasibility studies, and design – all the way through to turnkey delivery.
You will work within our Hardware & Design business area where we combine broad engineering expertise with deep specialized knowledge and a user-centered approach – to develop physical products and digital experiences from concept through to large-scale production.
We also welcome applications from subcontractors and self-employed professionals.
Responsibilities You look forward to varied challenges across many different industries. The right person both can and wants to:
Create technical automation concepts and solutions for special machinery, test equipment, or robot cells.
PLC programming
Manage customer and supplier communications.
Participate in FAT, SAT, and commissioning.
Work on projects and assignments on-site at our office or at the customer. Hybrid placement is common.
Qualifications We are looking for a fearless and driven automation engineer with the following qualifications:
At least 3 years of experience with PLC programming, preferably Beckhoff or Siemens
Good understanding of automation, electrical, and mechanical systems in manufacturing industry.
Curiosity about technological development in the industry.
Fluent in Swedish and English.
B-class driver's license.
An Exciting Journey with Knightec Group Knightec Group is today one of Northern Europe's leading strategic partners in product and digital service development – how amazing is that?
By combining engineering expertise, digital expertise, and business understanding, we help our customers transform new technology into real solutions that create value. We work at the intersection of business strategy and technology development and support our customers through their entire journey – from the first ideas through development, implementation, and continued evolution.
At Knightec Group, people with different perspectives, experiences, and areas of expertise come together. Together, we create innovation that makes a real difference – for companies, people, and society at large.
For our employees, this means great opportunities to be part of shaping the solutions of the future through meaningful projects at the absolute cutting edge of technology. Here you don't just develop and grow in your role – you also become part of a team where curiosity, collaboration, and the courage to challenge drive us forward.
Does this sound like the right place for you? Join us on our continued journey!
Practical Information The position is located at our office at Lindholmsallén 2, 417 55 Göteborg. Travel to our customers may occur. Start date is as soon as possible or by agreement.
Submit your application as soon as possible, but no later than 2026-10-16. If you have any questions about the position, you are welcome to contact Mats Fredrikson at [email protected]. Please note that due to GDPR, we only accept applications through our careers page.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Does this sound like the right place for you? Join us on an exciting journey!