Electrician for Automation (f/m/d)

Freudenberg Group; Würselen; Sur place; EUR 42 000 - 56 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Freudenberg Group in Würselen, Germany, seeks an Automation Technician/Industrial Electrician to join its electrical and automation team. You will assemble prototypes, implement control systems, program PLCs, and ensure safe, robust production equipment in a cleanroom setting.

The role emphasizes hands-on wiring, testing, documentation, and collaboration with engineers and suppliers to transfer prototypes into production.

Qualifications

• Completed vocational training as an Automation Technician or equivalent.
• Strong practical knowledge of electrical engineering, automation technology, and measurement, control, and instrumentation systems.
• Experience implementing electrical and automation solutions from prototype setup to fully operational equipment.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, technical documentation, and functional specifications; basic mechanics and pneumatics knowledge.
• Practical experience with PLCs, drive systems, sensors, actuators, and interface technologies.
• Experience with machine and production equipment assembly, commissioning, troubleshooting, and optimization.
• Team player with good communication skills, initiative, and responsibility; fluent German and good English.

Responsabilités

• Prototype assembly: wiring, commissioning of new machinery and automation solutions.
• Development support: contribute to electrical and control engineering solutions.
• Control system implementation: programming and modification of PLCs and drive systems.
• Testing and optimization: practical testing and troubleshooting of functions and equipment.
• Equipment support: maintenance and technical enhancements in a cleanroom environment.
• Documentation: creation and maintenance of electrical schematics and BOMs.

Connaissances

Electrical engineering

Automation technology

Measurement and instrumentation

PLC programming

Drive systems

Sensors and actuators

Electrical schematics

Project experience

Team collaboration

German & English skills

Formation

Vocational training in Automation or Electronics

Description du poste

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.

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