Production Engineer – Production Engineering & Support

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers, and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water, and shipping.​

As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.

About the job

The Production Engineering & Support department plays a key role in ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable manufacturing operations. It provides technical expertise to optimize equipment performance, resolve production issues, and drive continuous improvement. The team manages the full lifecycle of production equipment, from planning and acquisition to upgrades and decommissioning, ensuring long-term sustainability and cost-efficiency. Through structured project management execution, collaboration with R&D, and alignment with quality and safety standards, the department secures the mechanical capabilities and operational readiness of the factory. Your responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with ATEX and the machinery directive through HAZOP analysis, with a strong focus on machine and process optimization to boost performance, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency.

• Lead and support technical projects using PROMAL (Stage-Gate) project management model and Lean Six Sigma methodologies to improve equipment performance and production efficiency.

• Superb analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. Support identifying root cause and corrective actions (DMAIC) within all areas of production, in collaboration with Production, Production Engineering & Support and our Maintenance Team

• Prepare URS, business cases, and evaluate technical offers for equipment investments and upgrades.

• Ensure structured project execution with clear stakeholder involvement, documentation, and gate reviews for traceable implementation.

• Stay current with engineering and production technologies, actively sharing insights to foster innovation and cross-functional collaboration.

This position is based at our Nakskov site, with an expected travel commitment of approximately 0–10 days per year. Alfa Laval offers a flexible work environment, including up to two remote workdays per week.

What you know

We are looking for an experienced Production Engineer with expertise in areas such as machinery, process ventilation, sustainability, and automation. You bring a background in production engineering or a similar field, combined with solid experience from the manufacturing industry. With a proven track record in managing technical projects in a global environment, you are eager to help Alfa Laval stay compliant, support our Operations Roadmap, and prepare and execute future projects that drive continuous improvement.

• Degree in engineering ideally within mechanical, marine (Maskinmester), production, electrical, or industrial engineering.

• Documented experience in executing technical projects within process industries, combined with hands-on production engineering tasks in a manufacturing environment.

• Together with the production identify gaps and recommend and implement improvements to our production equipment, cost reduction opportunities, and customer satisfaction improvement opportunities.

• Managing and ensuring safety is assessed and integrated into projects, including vendor compliance with Machinery Directive, ATEX, CE marking, and internal standards.

• It is considered a strong advantage to have electrical engineering competence and knowledge of automation systems, including experience with OT infrastructure, PLC systems, or industrial control platforms.

Who you are

You are motivated by contributing to a safe, efficient, and future-ready production environment. With natural curiosity for new legislation and emerging technologies, you stay detail-conscious and structured while also keeping the bigger picture in mind. You combine responsibility and decisiveness with a calm and considerate approach, enabling you to manage complex situations with confidence.

You enjoy working hands-on and are results-driven, with strong prioritization skills that help you deliver in a fast-paced setting. Socially confident and team-oriented, you build trust and create strong relationships across all levels of the organization. Your openness to collaboration and your abili