Industrial process engineer

Job description

If you are a motivated engineer and you enjoy developing new technical solutions for various industries (incl. Aerospace, Automotive and Electrical applications), with an eye for cost-efficiency, global competitiveness and an open mind for continuous process improvements, we would very much like to meet you.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Further and continuous development of our lean management strategy
• reduce waste and stabilize processes (process control)
• automatization and implementation of cost saving methods
• Product innovations to meet market requirements
• Development of new solutions and innovations
• Review and approval of documentation of products
• Improve the engineering purchase (tool design with regard to prototyping and cost-effective solutions)
• being involved in our international customer visits/audits and acting as project manager
• Cooperation with external companies (supervision of the building, fire protection, UDT, waste-water)
• Understanding the technology and being able to organize repair and maintenance of equipment

Requirements

• Engineering studies
• Very good knowledge of English in speech and writing, including technical terminology
• Min. 10 years of experience in a technical, engineering position with project responsibility and decision-making approach  
• Knowledge concerning: metal forming, heat treatment, research and durability test grain size, materials, metrology
• Knowledge of quality management systems and problem-solving techniques (6 sigma and Kaizen philosophy are a big plus)
• Autonomous working style with goal orientation and fun, not a “waiting 8 hours” attitude
• Negotiation skills with an ability to compromise
• Stable in life, interested in a fair work life balance – no over hours expected and 
• Hands on mentality – start now, not shift it for tomorrow

We offer

• Self-responsibility with flat hierarchy rather than “delegating” management philosophy
• Working in a German company – correct and fair conditions, nothing “off the paper”
• An international work environment with global suppliers and clients
• Pleasant work atmosphere, no unnecessary pressure of supervisors
• A modern work-life balance with 8 hours regular work time and flexible holidays
• Business travels are no “must” but sometimes appreciated (a few per year) – depending on the preference and situation of the candidate
• A mid-size family company with family orientation
• Involvement in all departments (purchasing, sales, engineering, production planning, prototyping) rather than a monotone niche-specialization in a Corporation
• A large space for ideas and improvements (self-realization)