AIT Electrical Engineer

ALTEN; Manching; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN is seeking an engineer for hands-on testing within AIT environments. You will prepare and run tests on electrical and mechanical subsystems, set up equipment and configurations, and monitor hardware through campaigns.

The role emphasizes a structured, analytical, and detail-oriented testing mindset, with strong English communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams. German language skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Eligible to the VIE contract.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechatronics, or a comparable field.
• Initial practical experience in testing (execution, test setups, early-stage procedures or validation).
• Experience in AIT (assembly, integration, and test).
• Structured, analytical, and detail-oriented testing mindset.

Responsibilities

• prepare tests for electrical and mechanical subsystems in an AIT environment
• set up test equipment, tools, and test configurations
• perform hands-on testing and monitor complex hardware during test campaigns
• develop and update test procedures and validation steps
• analyse test results and make assessments on deviations, supporting root-cause investigations
• document all test activities in line with project and quality standards
• collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, and system engineering colleagues

Skills

English proficiency

Analytical thinking

Hands-on

Documentation

Communication

German language

Education

Electrical Engineering / Aerospace Engineering / Mechatronics degree

Job description

Leader in Engineering and Enterprise IT Services, ALTEN has nearly 60,000 employees, 88% of whom are engineers. With a presence in more than 30 countries, the Group supports its customers' development strategies in the areas of innovation, R&D and technological information systems.

Why choose ALTEN?

The opportunity to take part in the greatest technological challenges;

Close support in a collaborative work environment;

A real career gas pedal in France and internationally

• prepare tests for electrical and mechanical subsystems in an AIT environment
• set up test equipment, tools, and test configurations
• perform hands‑on testing and monitor complex hardware during test campaigns
• develop and update test procedures and validation steps
• analyse test results and make assessments on deviations, supporting root‑cause investigations
• document all test activities in line with project and quality standards
• collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, and system engineering colleagues

Qualifications

• Eligible to the VIE contract
• have a degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechatronics, or a comparable field
• have initial practical experience in testing (e.g., test execution, test setups, early-stage procedures or validation)
• have experience in AIT
• have a structured, analytical, and detail-oriented testing mindset
• are comfortable working both hands‑on and digitally (documentation, procedure writing)
• are neither purely manufacturing-focused nor purely software-focused — you enjoy combining hardware proximity with systematic testing
• have strong communication skills in English, German is a plus and a collaborative approach