Robotics Project Engineer (m/f/d) – New Builds

We are looking for an experienced Robotics Project Engineer (m/f/d) to support international robotics and automation projects within new-build environments. In this role, you will combine project management with technical expertise and act as a key interface between internal stakeholders, external system integrators and technology partners.

Duration: 12 months with the option to extend

Salary: Up to €87,000 gross per year

On-site: Approximately 3 days per week.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate robotics and automation projects from concept through implementation and start-up
• Define project requirements, scope, timelines, budgets and success criteria
• Coordinate internal stakeholders, external system integrators, suppliers and technology partners
• Identify and evaluate opportunities for robotics and automation
• Assess technical solutions regarding feasibility, risks, scalability and business value
• Review and challenge proposals and recommendations from external system integrators
• Develop and evaluate business cases focusing on productivity, capacity, efficiency and safety
• Lead and evaluate Proof-of-Concept (PoC) projects
• Support the development of the long-term robotics and automation project pipeline
• Work closely with global and cross-functional teams in an international environment
• Travel internationally as required

Your Profile

• Degree or comparable qualification in Engineering, Automation, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Several years of experience in project engineering, project management, automation, applications engineering or a similar technical role
• Strong practical knowledge of industrial robotics and automation technologies
• Experience with technologies such as industrial robots, collaborative robots (Cobots), Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), machine vision and industrial automation systems
• Experience working with system integrators, suppliers and external technology partners
• Strong ability to translate operational requirements into technical solutions
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Structured, independent and solution-oriented approach
• Comfortable working in international and multicultural teams
• Fluent English skills
• Willingness to travel internationally

Nice to Have

• Experience in Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology or Medical Device environments
• Knowledge of GMP, ISO or FDA requirements
• Experience with validation processes such as IQ/OQ/PQ
• Experience delivering robotics or automation projects in manufacturing, logistics or laboratory environments
• Knowledge of project risk management and compliance documentation