Automation Engineer / Automatisierungsingenieur
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Job Location:
Taufkirchen - Germany
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description: Automatisierungsingenieur (m/w/d)
Location: Taufkirchen (near Munich) Germany
Contract Type: Permanent full-time (40h/week; option to reduce to 32h)
Compensation:gross/year
Remote Policy: Primarily on-site with limited flexibility (12 days home office possible)
Vacation: 30 days/year
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Automation Engineer (m/f/d) to join our Plant Engineering team. This is a hands-on role focused on automation robotics and process optimization where you will help develop and implement innovative production systems. The position offers the opportunity to build and lead the automation department in the future.
Key Responsibilities
Automation Development
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Program SPS systems (preferably Beckhoff or Siemens).
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Program industrial robots (preferably KUKA).
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Commission new machinery and optimize existing systems.
Technical Expertise
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Read design and interpret circuit diagrams.
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Build and work with control cabinets.
Collaboration
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Work closely with the Testing and R&D teams.
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Support process optimization initiatives across production.
Leadership Potential
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Opportunity to shape and grow the automation division.
Requirements
Must-Have:
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Experience in SPS programming (Beckhoff or Siemens).
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Robot programming skills (preferably KUKA).
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Solid background in electrical engineering.
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Ability to read and create circuit diagrams and build control cabinets.
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At least 2 years of relevant hands-on experience.
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English fluency; German B1B2 (willingness to use German in workshop communication).
Nice-to-Have:
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Background as an electrician with additional automation training.
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Experience in aerospace automotive or other high-tech environments.
Education:
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A university degree is not required. Equivalent practical experience or a state-certified technician qualification is highly valued.
Whats in it for you
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Growth Opportunity chance to build and lead an automation department.
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Cutting-Edge Projects work on innovative production systems in a high-tech industry.
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Career Development clear perspective to grow into leadership.
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Work-Life Balance flexible working hours with occasional remote work.
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Attractive Perks free Deutschlandticket free daily lunch fitness/wellness benefits rooftop terrace with Alpine views.
Hiring Process
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Intro Call relaxed conversation with recruiter (1015 min).
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Technical Interview in-person with Head of Plants & Infrastructure (approx. 1h).
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C-Level Meeting informal discussion with company leadership (30 min).
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Offer decision and offer.
Important Notes
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This is a predominantly on-site role; remote work is limited.
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Applicants must have citizenship eligibility aligned with US export control regulations (certain countries are excluded).
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Please note: applications from candidates currently employed at blacklisted companies (list available upon request) cannot be considered.
Key Skills
- Continuous Integration
- APIs
- Automotive software
- Test Cases
- Electrical Engineering
- Junit
- Distributed Control Systems
- Testng
- Java
- Test Automation
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Selenium
