Automation Engineer (m/f/d)

Knauf stands for opportunity. This exciting role offers you the ideal opportunity to begin and further develop an impressive career within a values-driven culture. As a global building materials manufacturer with around 43,500 employees in over 90 countries, we offer diverse opportunities to ambitious talent. We value every contribution and are committed to creating a safe and inclusive work environment with the aim of developing sustainable solutions for a better future. Knauf Gips KG is proud to be a part of the Knauf Group. With a long-standing tradition, and a growing international presence, we are seeking dedicated individuals to help us achieve our long-term vision. Can you say ‘yes’? Is respectful and appreciative interaction within the team a given for you?Do you always put the customer at the center of your actions?Do you consider the future and upcoming generations in your actions?Do you strive for personal and professional growth? What you'll do Develop, introduce, and test new software modules for reporting, analyzing, and inputting process data as part of an MES systemYou will analyze problems and provide international customer support in the areas of software and data couplingConfigure and integrate measurement systems, including programming data blocks for Siemens and other PLCsYou will prepare comprehensive training materials and conduct international training sessionsProvide internal customers with process analysis and expert advice Who you are You possess a degree in engineering, computer science or a related field and have relevant professional experience in automation or process optimizationStrong analytical skills and a structured approach enable you to identify and implement effective solutionsYou have experience working with PLC programming, MES systems, and statistical data analysis toolsWith excellent communication skills, you confidently provide training and consulting services to international teamsInternational travel and work in a dynamic, multicultural environment are desired What we offer you We all shape our lives individually. As an employer, we play a significant role in the daily life of our employees and aim to support them with various offerings. This includes, among other things: Security: Permanent employment contract in a stable, successful family-owned company. Flexibility: 30 days of vacation, special leave for certain occasions, flexitime account with a broad time window for flexible working and weekly home office days. Fitness and health: Discounts on various sports and leisure activities (e.g., fitness studio Iphofen, swimming training, soccer, etc.), as well as opportunities for active health promotion through our company doctor and occupational health and safety offers. Daily time savings: Ample parking and direct access to public transport from the company premises (train, bus). Future planning: Subsidies for capital-forming benefits and offers for company pension schemes. Welcome approach: Individual onboarding days, company and team events, subsidized company canteen and our Barista coffee bar. Career and professional development: Individual support and promotion for part-time studies, further education and training. Benefits and vouchers: Discounts on well-known brands and reduced-price employee purchases. E-Bike leasing: Using tax advantages while promoting your own health. Relocation support: Assistance with international relocation Knauf as an employer Knauf Gips KG is a German company specialising in innovative systems for dry construction, flooring, plaster and facades. Our high quality dry construction systems are renowned for their excellent acoustic, fire and thermal insulation for floors, walls and ceilings. The Knauf Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we make all personnel decisions across all areas of our company based on experience, skills and integrity. We encourage applicants from all walks of life to apply for our positions, regardless of age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, origin, religion and so forth. Share our values and become part of the team to shape the future of Knauf together. Der Hauptsitz der Knauf Unternehmensgruppe befindet sich im unterfränkischen Iphofen. Von dort aus werden globale Strategien entwickelt und angestoßen. Weltweit ist Knauf einer der führenden Hersteller von modernen Dämmstoffen, Trockenbausystemen, Putzen und Zubehör, Wärmedämmverbundsystemen, Farben, Estrichen, Fußbodensystemen sowie Baugeräten und Werkzeugen. Mit mehr als 320 Produktionsstätten und Vertriebsorganisationen in über 90 Ländern gehört die Knauf Gruppe zweifelsohne zu den Big Playern auf dem Weltmarkt. Lesen Sie hier mehr über unsere Geschichte.