Software/Automation Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Company; Mannheim; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Employee Assistance Program

Peer-to-peer recognition program

Learning and development opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Westinghouse Electric Company in Mannheim is looking for an Automation Engineer to contribute to the development of specialized equipment for nuclear power plants. You will design control systems and ensure successful integration of various components through the project lifecycle.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of experience, strong problem-solving skills, and fluency in German and English. The role offers extensive learning opportunities and benefits for employee well-being.

Qualifikationen

• Min. 3 years of experience in development, design, and testing of specialized electromechanical equipment.
• German in speaking and writing (mother tongue or C2-Level) is required.
• English in speaking and writing (min. B1, B2 preferred) is required.
• At least one high‑level programming language is required.

Aufgaben

• Design and develop control software and graphic user interfaces for equipment.
• Integrate electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical components into systems.
• Support the development, testing, and qualification of new equipment.
• Perform commissioning of new equipment at facilities.

Kenntnisse

Development of specialized electromechanical equipment

Problem-solving mindset

Clear communication

Team-oriented

Tools

Step7-SCL

Object Pascal

C++

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

As an Automation Engineer you will join our design team in Mannheim, contributing to the development of specialized, often remotely operated, equipment used for repair processes on nuclear power plant components. You will participate in the full lifecycle of innovative tools and systems—from concept design through testing, qualification, and field deployment. You will report to the Manager NDE & Special Products and be located at Mannheim.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop control software, graphic user interfaces and control systems for equipment used in the repair of critical nuclear power plant components.
• Integrate electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical components into fully functional systems.
• Support the development, testing, and qualification of new equipment, including participation in customer reviews and on‑site activities.
• Perform commissioning of new equipment at internal or supplier facilities.
• Contribute to FOAK (First‑Of‑A‑Kind) projects and drive products from prototype to maturity.
• Prepare comprehensive project documentation such as Work Instructions, Development Programs, Test Reports, and Bills of Materials, etc.
• Provide ongoing support for existing products, including troubleshooting, technician training, etc.
• Contribute to active projects and work closely across departments, sites, and international teams.
• Foster collaboration across countries within the organization.

Qualifications

• Min. 3 years of experience in development, design and testing of specialized electromechanical equipment.
• German in speaking and writing (mother tongue or C2‑Level) – required.
• English in speaking and writing (min. B1, B2 preferred) – required.
• French in speaking and writing (optional).
• At least one high‑level programming language. Experience with languages we use is an asset: Step7‑SCL (PLC), Object Pascal (GUI), C++ (Microcontroller).
• Electrical components – required.
• Hydraulic systems (optional).
• Strong problem‑solving mindset.
• Team‑oriented with open and clear communication.

Benefits

• Great benefits for your convenience and safety.
• Employee Assistance Program: confidential counseling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members.
• Peer‑to‑peer recognition program.
• Learning and development opportunities.

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.