Electrician for Automation (f/m/d)

Freudenberg; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg is seeking an Electrician for Automation (f/m/d) in Würselen to join our manufacturing automation team. You will assemble, wire, and commission new machinery and prototypes, and support the development of electrical and control solutions.

You will program PLCs, configure drive systems, and test equipment, ensuring robust production readiness. Strong hands-on skills, teamwork, and German language proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Vocational training in automation, electronics, or industrial electrical work.
• Strong practical knowledge of electrical engineering and automation.
• Experience implementing electrical and automation solutions on production equipment.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and technical specs.
• Hands-on experience with PLCs, sensors, actuators, and drives.
• Good German language skills; English also helpful.

Responsibilities

• Prototype assembly, wiring, and commissioning of new machinery and automation.
• Develop electrical/control engineering solutions and provide feedback.
• Program and configure PLCs, drive systems, and sensors according to concepts.
• Test, troubleshoot, and optimize functions and equipment.
• Integrate electrical components with mechanical and control systems.
• Support component evaluation, procurement, and standardization.
• Document electrical schematics, BOMs, and test reports.
• Assist in industrialization and rollout to production equipment.
• Maintain electrical safety in a cleanroom environment.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Automation technology

Instrumentation

Schematic reading

Team collaboration

Hands-on skills

German + English

Education

Vocational training in automation/electronics

Tools

PLCs

Drive systems

Sensors

Actuators

Interface technologies

Job description

Electrician for Automation (f/m/d)Our pages use cookies for various services of our website. For details please refer to the following link: https://cookie-information.freudenberg.com/### Electrician for Automation (f/m/d)Apply: Würselen: Full time: Posted Today: R\\_00105700**Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!**# Responsibilities:* **Prototype Assembly:** Hands-on assembly, wiring, and commissioning of new machinery and automation solutions, from experimental setups to fully functional prototypes* **Development Support:** Contribute to the development of electrical and control engineering solutions through practical implementation, technical feedback, and continuous improvement suggestions* **Control System Implementation:** Programming, parameterization, and modification of PLCs, drive systems, sensors, actuators, and related control technologies based on defined equipment concepts and functional requirements* **Testing and Optimization:** Conduct practical testing, systematic troubleshooting, and step-by-step optimization of functions, assemblies, and equipment* **Hardware and Interface Integration:** Installation, connection, configuration, and alignment of electrical components and interfaces between mechanical, electrical, and control systems* **Component Evaluation:** Practical testing and evaluation of suitable components, as well as support in component selection, procurement, and standardization* **Industrialization and Rollout:** Technical implementation of transferring proven prototypes into robust, documented production solutions and supporting the rollout to additional manufacturing equipment* **Documentation:** Creation and maintenance of electrical schematics, bills of materials, test reports, and technical work instructions in compliance with regulatory requirements* **Equipment Support:** Sustainable troubleshooting, technical enhancement, and maintenance of electrical and automation systems in a cleanroom environment* **Electrical Safety:** Inspection of the proper condition of electrical equipment and installations and practical implementation of electrical safety standards and protective measures# Qualifications:* **Qualifications:** Completed vocational training as an Automation Technician, Electronics Technician for Devices and Systems, Industrial Electrician, or a comparable technical qualification* **Technical Expertise:** Solid practical knowledge of electrical engineering, automation technology, and measurement, control, and instrumentation systems* **Project Experience:** Experience in the practical implementation of electrical and automation solutions, from prototype setup to fully operational equipment* **Technical Understanding:** Ability to confidently interpret electrical schematics, technical documentation, and functional specifications, with basic knowledge of mechanics and pneumatics* **Automation Technology:** Practical experience with PLCs, drive systems, sensors, actuators, and interface technologies* **Equipment Experience:** Experience in machine and production equipment assembly, commissioning, troubleshooting, and optimization* **Coordination Skills:** Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, internal departments, suppliers, and external service providers during the implementation of technical solutions* **Regulatory Environment:** Knowledge of technical documentation, electrical engineering standards, and quality-regulated manufacturing environments is an advantage* **Working Style:** Structured, meticulous, and solution-oriented working approach with strong hands-on implementation skills* **Personal Competencies:** Team player with excellent communication skills, initiative, and a strong sense of responsibility* **Languages:** Very good German language skills, both written and spoken, as well as good English language skills The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.