Mechatronic / Automation Engineer – Fire Protection R&D

Viking EMEA

Bressana Bottarone

On-site

EUR 48,000 - 68,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Viking EMEA is seeking a Mechatronic / Automation Engineer in its R&D team based in Lombardy, Italy. You will design and validate electromechanical equipment for foam extinguishing systems, integrating mechanical, electrical, and software components.

The role requires 3+ years in mechatronics, CAD-based development, PLC programming, and strong collaboration across disciplines. Italian and English fluency are essential; occasional travel is possible.

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Mechatronics, Robotics or Automation.
  • 3+ years in mechatronic design in an R&D environment with electrical/electronic development and automation.
  • Experience with motor control, sensors and power electronics; PLC/embedded integration.
  • Fluent in Italian and English; collaborative, structured working style.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, prototype, and validate electromechanical equipment and systems for fire protection systems.
  • Integrate electrical and mechanical subsystems, ensuring reliable interaction between power and motion control.
  • Create and maintain 3D CAD models, electrical schematics, software, and documentation for manufacturing and certification.
  • Propose mechanical solutions and define electrical interfaces and control logic for foam proportioning and robotics systems.
  • Support prototype assembly, testing, validation, and implement design improvements.
  • Ensure compliance with fire protection regulations and internal quality requirements.

Skills

Mechatronics
Automation engineering
Electrical design
PLC programming
Motor control
Embedded software
Sensors

Education

Master’s degree in Mechatronics/Robotics/Automation

Tools

CAD software
MATLAB/Simulink
Siemens STEP 7
EPLAN

Job description

Viking EMEA is seeking a Mechatronic / Automation Engineer in its R&D team based in Lombardy, Italy. You will design and validate electromechanical equipment for foam extinguishing systems, integrating mechanical, electrical, and software components.

The role requires 3+ years in mechatronics, CAD-based development, PLC programming, and strong collaboration across disciplines. Italian and English fluency are essential; occasional travel is possible.

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