Application Engineer – Neura Automation

Neura Robotics; Gemeindeverwaltungsverband Metzingen, Riederich; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Neura Robotics is seeking an Application Engineer to turn robotic technology into customer solutions. You will program, integrate and commission robot applications, acting as the technical link between customers, project management and sales.

Located in Riederich, Germany, this on-site, full-time role requires hands-on robotics programming in Python, C++, and PLC, plus integration with sensors, cameras and PLCs. Expect 10–20% travel to customer sites as needed.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years experience in application engineering, automation or robotics
• Solid skills in Python, C++ and PLC programming, including debugging and version control with Git
• Fluent English
• Understanding of motion basics and hands-on programming of industrial or collaborative robots
• Familiarity with PLCs, digital and analog I/O, and industrial networks like Modbus, EtherCAT, PROFINET, OPC UA or TCP/IP
• Basic ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams

Responsibilities

• Design and implement robotics and automation solutions based on customer requirements (pick and place, machine tending, assembly, palletizing, screwing)
• Program robots and automation logic in Python, C++, PLC and robot-specific languages
• Integrate robots with grippers, sensors, cameras, PLCs, conveyors and other peripherals
• Commission, test and troubleshoot systems in lab and at customer sites
• Read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and datasheets; check wiring and I/O during setup
• Support feasibility studies, proofs of concept, demos, cycle-time and layout estimates
• Write application notes, manuals and training material; train customers on delivered applications

Skills

Python

C++

PLC programming

Git

Robotics basics

Automation

Electrical & electronics

English

ROS / ROS 2

Linux development

OpenCV

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Robotics/Mechatronics/Automation/Electrical & Electronics Engineering/CS

Tools

Git

Job description

About the Role
As an Application Engineer, you turn robotic technology into working customer solutions. You will program, integrate and commission robot applications, and act as the technical link between customers, project management and sales.

• Location: Riederich, Germany (on-site)

• Employment type: Full-time

• Travel: 10–20% to customer sites

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement robotics and automation solutions based on customer requirements, such as pick and place, machine tending, assembly, palletizing and screwing

• Program robots and automation logic in Python, C++, PLC and robot-specific languages, and maintain the application software and scripts

• Integrate robots with grippers, sensors, cameras, PLCs, conveyors and other peripherals via digital I/O and industrial networks

• Commission, test and troubleshoot systems in our lab and at customer sites

• Read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and datasheets, and check wiring, power supplies and I/O signals during setup

• Support feasibility studies, proofs of concept, demos, and cycle-time and layout estimates

• Write application notes, manuals and training material, and train customers on the applications you deliver

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Automation, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience

• Experience: 2–4 years in application engineering, automation or robotics

• Programming: Solid skills in Python, C++ and/or PLC programming, including debugging and version control with Git

• Robotics: Understanding of motion basics and hands-on experience programming industrial or collaborative robots

• Automation: Familiarity with PLCs, digital and analog I/O, and industrial communication such as Modbus, EtherCAT, PROFINET, OPC UA or TCP/IP

• Electrical and electronics: Basic understanding of electrical and electronic systems, including reading schematics and wiring diagrams

• Languages: Fluent English

Nice to Have

• Experience with ROS or ROS 2 and Linux-based development

• Basic machine vision skills: OpenCV, camera calibration, hand-eye calibration

• Knowledge of functional safety and standards such as ISO 10218, ISO/TS 15066 and ISO 13849

• First exposure to AI-based perception or manipulation