Global Industrial IoT & OT Project Engineer (m/f/d)

D; Darmstadt; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work with passion

Take ownership

Grow your way

Thrive in a global environment

The team always wins

Job summary

Döhler is a leading global producer of natural ingredients and solutions for the food, beverage, lifestyle and nutrition industries. The role focuses on advancing Industrial IoT platforms and strengthening cybersecurity across our global manufacturing network.

You will drive development of edge and cloud solutions, manage an in-house app marketplace, and contribute to securing operational technology while leveraging AI-driven methods to improve efficiency and integration across borders.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of professional experience in IIoT, OT, industrial automation or related digital manufacturing environments.
• Fluency in English; German language skills are an advantage.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management across functions and regions.
• Demonstrated intercultural awareness and experience in international environments.
• Hands-on approach to developing and implementing effective solutions; cybersecurity and AI interest.

Responsibilities

• Drive development and enhancement of IIoT edge and cloud platforms as part of the global digital ecosystem.
• Own and expand the in-house application marketplace for seamless integration of new apps and services.
• Support global cybersecurity framework evolution for OT/industrial tech landscape.
• Apply AI-enabled development approaches for rapid prototyping and optimization of data processing and system integration.
• Conduct cybersecurity assessments and audits across our global manufacturing footprint.

Skills

Industrial IoT

OT experience

Industrial automation

Digital manufacturing

AI/Automation interest

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in relevant field

Job description

• Full-time
• Job Function: Operations: Production, Quality, EHS & Engineering
• Entry Level: Professionals

Company Description

Are you interested in high-quality, natural, and tasty nutrition?

We are! It’s our ambition to shape the future of nutrition.

Döhler is a leading global producer of natural ingredients and solutions for the food, beverage, lifestyle and nutrition industries. We use innovative technology to process plant-based raw materials and enrich products such as lifestyle drinks, cereals, dairy, and confectionery goods for almost every well-known brand. Close to 10.000 dedicated employees in more than 70 countries share one common goal - to ensure that millions of people around the world enjoy the products created by us.

We strive to inspire and empower our employees in everything we do, and we invite you to join our team – together WE BRING IDEAS TO LIFE.

Job Description

Your Role

• Drive the continuous development and enhancement of our Industrial IoT (IIoT) edge and cloud platforms, forming a key part of our global digital ecosystem
• Own and expand our growing in-house application marketplace, ensuring seamless integration of new applications and digital services
• Support the global implementation and evolution of our industrial cybersecurity framework, helping to strengthen the security and resilience of our operational technology landscape
• Utilize modern AI-enabled development approaches, including prompt-driven coding and automation tools, to rapidly prototype, develop and optimize solutions for data processing, system integration and operational efficiency
• Conduct regular cybersecurity assessments and audits across our global manufacturing environment
• Monitor and safeguard our worldwide production networks, proactively identifying, investigating, and responding to anomalies and potential security threats

Qualifications

Your Profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Automation Engineering, or a related field
• 3-6 years of professional experience in Industrial IoT (IIoT), Operational Technology (OT), industrial automation, or related digital manufacturing environments
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and regions
• Fluency in English is essential; German language skills are an advantage
• Demonstrated intercultural awareness and experience working in international environments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a hands-on approach to developing and implementing effective solutions
• Passion for emerging technologies, cybersecurity, and AI-driven innovation in industrial environments

Additional Information

What WeOffer:

• Work withpassion:We create an environment where passion meets profession. Meaningful work and positive energy inspire people to give their best and make lasting contribution to our shared success.
• Take ownership:We empower you to take ownership and share your ideas. Whatever your role, you have the opportunity to show initiative and make an impact.
• Grow yourway:With flexibledevelopmentopportunitiesacross departments and a global team, you can broaden your skills, discover newstrengthsand actively shape your career path.
• Thrive in a global environment:Join an international team bringing together multiplecultures,languagesand perspectives to sparknew ideasand inspiration.Through global collaboration, you expand your horizon both professionally and personally.
• The team always wins:We build real connections and grow together. By sharing knowledge and valuing each other’s strengths, we create a culture where trust and team playlead to shared success.

EqualOpportunities for All

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds regardless of age, ancestry, disability, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity or expression, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, social background or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.
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