Application Engineer* - Recycling (m / w / d) - Entwicklung, IT

TOMRA Systems GmbH; Mülheim-Kärlich; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading recycling technology company seeks an Application Engineer to work in their Test Center in Mülheim-Kärlich. Responsible for testing machines and software, you will conduct feasibility studies and document results for Sales and internal teams. The ideal candidate has a degree in waste management or a related field, is fluent in German and English, and possesses strong technical skills. This role offers 30 vacation days and flexible working hours.

Leistungen

30 vacation days

Company pension plan

Flexible working hours

Employee discounts

(E-)bike leasing

Support with gym memberships

Qualifikationen

• Strong technical affinity for optics, sensor technology, mechanics, and software.
• A valid Class B driver's license and willingness to travel occasionally.
• A structured and precise working style with strong coordination skills.

Aufgaben

• Preparation, operation and documentation of tests in the Test Center.
• Summarizing and providing test results to Sales and R&D.
• Support optimization on customer’s site for applications and machines.
• Support prototype testing.
• Testing and evaluation of new applications.

Kenntnisse

Fluency in German

Fluency in English (minimum B2 level)

Hands-on mindset

Strong technical affinity for optics and sensor technology

Structured and precise working style

Strong coordination skills

Analytical thinking

Proactive mindset

Customer-oriented approach

Ausbildung

Degree in waste management or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Why TOMRA?

At TOMRA, you will find more than just a job – you will have the opportunity to make a real difference. As an international, growing company with a family-like atmosphere, we offer you an environment where collaboration and innovation are encouraged. We rely on flat hierarchies where every opinion matters.

• Innovative Environment : Work in a future-oriented company that is a global leader in the field of recycling and waste management.
• Career Development : We support your growth and offer international opportunities.
• Global Presence : Be part of a team that operates worldwide and makes a real difference.

Job Description

As an Application Engineer, you will work in the Test Center Recycling, which is part of the Technical Department. Your main responsibility is testing machines, software, and applications for TOMRA customers and other company departments.

You will conduct tests for potential and existing customers to demonstrate the performance of our machines. This also includes feasibility studies for brand owners and the validation of new prototypes and software versions. You will document and present the results to Sales, customers, and internal teams.

Additionally, you will support Sales in designing customer processes upon request and assist the local Manufacturing and Service teams when needed.

Role and Responsibilities

• Preparation, operation and documentation of tests in the Test Center
• Summarizing and providing of test results to Sales and R&D
• Support of optimization on customer’s site for applications and machines
• Support of prototype testing
• Testing and evaluation of new applications

Qualifications

• A degree in waste management, disposal engineering, process engineering, environmental or recycling technology, or a related field
• Fluency in German and English (minimum B2 level)
• A hands-on mindset and willingness to work on-site in Mülheim-Kärlich daily
• A valid Class B driver’s license and willingness to travel internationally occasionally
• Strong technical affinity for optics, sensor technology, mechanics, and software
• An open and communicative personality with a customer-oriented approach
• A structured and precise working style, strong coordination skills, and analytical thinking
• A proactive, solution-driven mindset and the ability to work effectively in a team

Additional Information

What we provide you with :

• Laptop
• Company smartphone
• All necessary work equipment
• Personal protective equipment (PPE), if required

What we offer

• 30 vacation days
• Company pension plan & group accident insurance
• International SOS – also for private use
• Flexible working hours
• Flexible parental leave – helping you balance work and family life
• Participation opportunities through TOMRA shares
• Employee discounts in the TOMRA online shop
• (E-)bike leasing
• Support with gym memberships
• A wide range of training opportunities & individual development programs
• Coaching options for your personal and professional growth