Automation Engineer - Production (m/f/d)

United States Digital Space LLC; Gilching; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Company pension

Flexible hours

Gym access

Bike leasing

Corporate discounts

Employee events

Lunch card

Shuttle service

Zusammenfassung

Quantum Systems is seeking an Automation Engineer to transition manual manufacturing to scalable automated production. You will design, program, and operate automation solutions, integrating machinery and digital systems for stable, efficient workflows.

You will collaborate across Production, Quality, Procurement, and Development, taking ownership from day one and contributing to continuous process improvements and modern technologies in a digitalized production environment.

Qualifikationen

• Degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent with practical experience.
• Strong knowledge of PLC programming, HMI/SCADA and industrial networks.
• Analytical, structured problem solving and responsible working style.
• Fluent in English; German is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Analyze existing production processes and identify automation potential.
• Develop, program, and commission PLC, HMI, and SCADA solutions.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Development teams on new technologies.
• Ensure stability and safety of automated systems during operations.
• Contribute to digitalization of manufacturing (Industry 4.0, data integration).
• Establish standards and best practices for automation and process safety.
• Train colleagues to share automation knowledge.

Kenntnisse

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA systems

Industrial networks

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

English fluency

Ausbildung

Degree in Automation Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Computer Science

Tools

PLC programming tools

Jobbeschreibung

As an Automation Engineer (m/f/d), you will actively shape the transition from manual manufacturing processes to scalable, automated production. You will design, program, and operate automation solutions, integrate machinery and digital systems, and ensure stable and efficient workflows in the production environment. With your technical expertise and process understanding, you will play a key role in sustainably improving quality, safety, and productivity.

You will report directly to the Team Lead Competence Center and work closely with interdisciplinary teams such as Production, Quality, Procurement, and Development to implement innovative automation concepts. From day one, you will take ownership of your area of responsibility and contribute to the continuous improvement of processes, standards, and technologies. At the same time, you will have the freedom to optimize existing structures and introduce new solutions for a future-oriented, digitalized production environment.

What is your Day to Day Mission:

• Analyze existing production processes, identify automation potential, and derive practical improvements
• Develop, program, and commission PLC, HMI, and SCADA solutions to increase efficiency and scalability
• Collaborate closely with Production, Quality, and Development teams in the introduction of new technologies and systems
• Ensure stability, safety, and continuous optimization of automated systems during ongoing operations
• Contribute to the digitalization of manufacturing (Industry 4.0, machine connectivity, data integration)
• Establish and further develop standards and best practices for automation and process safety
• Train colleagues to build automation expertise across the team

What you bring to the team:

• Degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a comparable qualification with relevant practical experience
• Solid knowledge of PLC programming, HMI/SCADA systems, and experience with industrial networks and automation standards
• Strong analytical thinking, structured problem-solving, and a responsible working style, even in complex project situations
• Team-oriented communication skills, ability to collaborate in interdisciplinary projects, fluency in English, German is a plus
• Motivation to contribute new technologies (e.g., robotics, Industry 4.0, IT/DevOps), optimize processes, and actively share knowledge within the team

Why the company:

• We believe in the power of combinedefforts: straightforward tech expertisepaired with a customer-centric focus.
• We are industry pioneerswho are ambitious, bold,and visionary.
• We push limits, thinkoutside-the-box and strivefor technological excellence toshape the future of aerial data.
• We promise to be your runwayfor individual and professionalgrowth.

Our benefits:

• Company pension scheme: We support you so that you can already make provisions for later.
• Flexible working hours: With trust-based working hours, you are not only responsible for your working hours, but also for your work-life balance.
• Stay active: With EGYM Wellpass, you get access to thousands of fitness and sports facilities — and of course, we subsidize the membership.
• Bike-Leasing: We support you in staying environmentally mobile and healthy.
• Corporate Benefits: Your opportunity for attractive offers and discounts from well-known suppliers and brands, e.g. Adidas, Apple, Expedia.
• Employee events: We not only want to grow together, but also celebrate our successes together.
• Lunch-Card: Be powerful with delicious energy, daily lunch budget is sponsored.
• Company Shuttle: Enjoy our convenient shuttle service that picks you up from Pasing in Munich and brings you to our location, with return trips at the end of the workday.

About us:

Quantum Systems specialises in the development, design, and production of small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS). The company’s range of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) sUAS are built to maximize range and versatility and to provide operators with a seamless user experience. By integrating cutting-edge software capabilities, like edge computing and real-time AI-powered data processing, Quantum Systems is building next-generation UAS for clients in defence, security, public sectors.

Our commitment:

We are an open-minded company that not only values diversity, but actively promotes it. Regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation or disability, we firmly believe that the diversity of our employees is an essential part of our success.

At our company, every voice is heard and every perspective is valued. We believe that our differences enrich us and help us to find creative solutions and generate innovative ideas. We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment where all employees can reach their full potential.

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