Manufacturing Engineer Central Automation (m/f/d)

In this role you will plan, support and lead automation projects to procure, develop and install machines and tooling for series production. You’ll bring manufacturing engineering expertise to product innovation and help plants run current machinery efficiently. Based in Hanover, you will drive standardization and automate key processes while collaborating with cross‑functional teams to deliver results. This is a chance to shape automation strategy for a global manufacturing footprint and contribute to sustainable mobility.

• flexible working hours
• above-average vacation days
• mobile work policy
• company pension scheme
• preventive health care and fitness facilities
• relocation assistance

• Program and troubleshoot PLC controls and HMIs (Siemens S7, TIA)
• Lead or support automation projects (scope, timing, budget) and make buy/lease decisions
• Define and set standards in automatization of machines
• Coordinate procurement, commissioning, and installation of new rectifier systems
• Create specifications (SOW) for manufacturing equipment
• Oversee documentation for CE declaration and CAD/electrical schematics in ME database
• Develop processes/machinery/tooling for new products and improve existing ones
• Set global standards with ME partners and report to stakeholders in multiple regions
• Support operations with existing machinery and perform DFA/DFM and PFMEA
• Represent topics in multi-functional SD-Teams and drive supplier selection and management
• Manufacture feasibility analysis and DFMEA
• On-site installation, commissioning, and acceptance with operations and suppliers

• Electrical / Automation Engineering background
• Proficiency in PLC/HMI programming and troubleshooting (Siemens S7 / TIA)
• Strong knowledge of control cabinet assembly and electrical installation
• Experience in automotive environment
• Project management competency
• Excellent communication and hands-on mentality
• Ability to build relationships in an international environment
• Knowledge of CE regulations is a plus
• MS Office proficiency
• Fluent in English and German
• Willingness to travel up to 30%

• strong communication
• hands-on mentality
• ability to build relationships across levels
• Siemens S7, TIA Portal
• HMI programming/troubleshooting
• control cabinet assembly and wiring