Automation Technician, Machine Vision

Role Overview

• You perform feasibility studies and experimental setups in our laboratory for the design and testing of camera systems.
• You independently develop applications in the field of industrial machine vision on PC-based and smart camera systems to solve optical inspection and identification tasks. We typically use graphical programming interfaces for this.
• You professionally and on schedule manage specific application projects, including installation and commissioning at the customer’s site.
• You prepare project-specific documentation.
• You take responsibility for the service and maintenance of already installed applications/systems.
• You occasionally develop simple robot programs for camera and part guidance (preferably after thorough prior training).

Requirements

• Completed technical vocational training with professional experience (e.g., as a mechatronics technician, electronics technician, or IT specialist) and/or further training as a technician in automation or electrical engineering, or a completed technical degree (e.g., automation engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics, or similar).
• Preferably prior experience in industrial machine vision (robotics not strictly required).
• Preferably experience in an industrial automation environment.
• Enjoy learning new things and developing professionally.
• Excellent German language skills, spoken and written.
• Good English skills.
• Driving license (car).
• Willingness to travel for short assignments within Germany and elsewhere in Europe.

Benefits

• Permanent employment with an open-ended contract.
• Flexible working hours (core hours 9:30–15:30).
• Mix of remote work and office presence (fully remote is not possible due to the role profile).
• Drinks available free of charge.
• Company parties and team events.
• Additional tax-free benefits (e.g., childcare subsidy, internet allowance, etc.).
• Non-cash benefits via a voucher card.
• Company car after onboarding.
• Training and further education opportunities according to the personnel development plan (e.g., in robotics).