Technician/Engineer for Testing and Process Automation (f/m/d)
Your role
Do you want to help shape a new solution portfolio and become a global leader in Automation?
Do you enjoy working in an agile environment, close to customers, where new ideas quickly become reality? Welcome to our Automation Innovation Center!
My name is Felix Bertelsmeier, Team Leader of the Automation Innovation Center, and I will be your manager. Based in Darmstadt, you will work closely with our R&D team and support the development of innovative automation solutions from the first concept to customer-ready products.
About the Job
As part of Atlas Copco’s global automation initiative, you will contribute to the development of innovative automation solutions for tightening applications. Working within an agile team, you will focus on testing, validating, and improving products related to automated tightening and screw feeding systems.
This role is ideal for a hands-on technician or engineer who enjoys building, testing, troubleshooting, and optimizing technical solutions in practice. If you are passionate about innovation and solving technical challenges, we would like to hear from you.
Your Mission
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Plan, prepare, and execute prototype and system tests for automated tightening solution
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Analyze, evaluate, and document test results
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Identify issues and support product improvements together with development teams
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Configure and maintain test equipment, including industrial robots, tightening controllers, and screw feeding systems
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Assemble and adapt test stations in cooperation with mechanical and electrical design teams
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Maintain, calibrate, and optimize laboratory equipment and demonstration systems
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Provide technical support to internal project teams and customers, both remotely and on-site
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Manage laboratory inventory and support procurement of required materials
To succeed, you will need
We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.
What we expect from you
- Successfully completed technician or studies in the fields of Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or a comparable discipline
- Hands-on mentality with a strong focus on execution and results
- Distinct technical understanding and knowledge in automation technologies (PLC’s, Robots, etc.)
- Work experience in an industrial environment
- Team player with good communication skills
- Very good in English and German, speaking and writing
- Confident handling of the common MS Office applications
- Driving license class B
In return, we offer
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Permanent employment with an attractive compensation package. Enjoy a secure, long-term position with a competitive annual salary, commuting allowance, company pension scheme, and capital-forming benefits.
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Flexible working models for optimal work-life balance. Benefit from flexible working hours, the ability to work from home, occasional global customer visits, 30 vacation days, and additional special leave for personal occasions.
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Cutting-edge technology and development opportunities. Work with state-of-the-art equipment. You’ll also have access to our internal academy, LinkedIn Learning, and international career paths.
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Room to grow and flat hierarchies. Take on varied and responsible tasks in a modern work environment with short communication channels and fast decision-making processes.
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Strong team spirit and support. We value collaboration and mutual support. You’ll benefit from structured onboarding, knowledge sharing, and regular team and company events.
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Health and sustainability awareness. Take advantage of our corporate health management program, employee assistance services, and our commitment to environmental and social responsibility to improve quality of life.
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Attractive employee benefits. Enjoy perks like bike leasing, corporate discounts, free parking, complimentary hot drinks, and fresh fruit in the office.
Job location
This role requires you to mainly work on-site at our office in Darmstadt, Germany with the possibility to work remotely according to our mobile office policies. You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.
Uniting curious minds
Behind every innovative solution, there are people working together to transform the future. With careers sparked by initiative and lifelong learning, we unite curious minds, and you could be one of them.