Controls Engineer Automation (m/w/d)

Job Description

Our solutions are a key part of most industries - electronics, medical research, renewable energy, food production, infrastructure and many more. Working with us means working with the latest technologies and groundbreaking, sustainable innovations.

Join us on our journey for a better tomorrow.


This position plays a key role in the large automation initiative from Atlas Copco, focusing on automated screw feeding solutions. In this role, you will be involved in developing a control platform for our global screw feeding and automation products. The main mission is to develop products with the highest quality and leading technology, providing the best value for our customers. As we say at Atlas Copco, to be "First in mind and First in Choice" in their eyes.

Your Mission Includes:

  • Creating new products and solutions for automated screw feeding systems as part of an agile development team
  • Designing innovative software and interface architectures that integrate our Atlas Copco core products
  • Testing and evaluating the latest technologies and trends in the field of automation and robotics
  • Developing rapid prototypes and providing fast and targeted concept analyses
  • Providing technical support to our internal and external customers
  • Offering on-site support for the installation or maintenance of automated systems at international customer locations during product launches

  • A technical academic degree in Engineering, with extensive knowledge of automation and tightening techniques
  • Proficiency in PLC programming, preferably with proven experience in Codesys
  • Experience using EPLAN for creating and maintaining circuit diagrams and electrical drawings
  • Practical thinking and a hands-on mentality for wiring, testing, and troubleshooting electrical control systems
  • Knowledge of SQL and other database query languages for extracting and manipulating data for dashboards
  • Experience developing HMI solutions and (web-based) user interfaces using common languages like HTML5 and JavaScript
  • An innovative mindset, staying abreast of technology trends, and working closely with customers
  • Excellent proficiency in English and German, both spoken and written
  • A team player with strong communication skills to interact with various stakeholders

  • Security: We offer you a permanent full-time position with an attractive compensation package, including a company pension plan and capital-forming benefits.
  • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible working hours with the option for remote work, 30 vacation days, and special leave for special occasions, allowing you to relax and spend time with your loved ones.
  • Perspectives: Your professional and personal development is important to us. Therefore, we provide access to our own academy, free access to all LinkedIn Learning courses, and international career opportunities as a growing and innovative world market leader.
  • Community: Knowledge exchange and helpfulness are integral parts of our corporate culture. We offer thorough onboarding, flat organizational structures, and short decision-making processes. You will quickly integrate and find support.
  • Well-being: Your health is important to us. We have a corporate health management program with many offers and an employee assistance program that supports you and your family when needed.
  • Creative Freedom: You will take on responsible and varied tasks in a future-oriented environment equipped with the latest communication tools, fostering innovation. Your ideas and contributions are valued.
  • Sustainability: We place great importance on environmental and social awareness as well as improving quality of life. Your commitment to these topics is welcome.
  • Benefits: Free parking and hot beverages, as well as fresh fruit, are just as natural for us as diverse employee benefits, such as bike leasing and discounts on vehicle leasing.
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