Electrical Hardware Designer (Pharmaceutical Automation) | Hardwareplaner (m/w/d) Elektrotechnik - Pharmaanlagen & Automatisierung

FERCHAU GmbH Niederlassung Köln

Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Oct 20, 2025
Full-time
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Job Summary

This specialized role involves Electrical Hardware Design focusing on automation systems within the pharmaceutical industry, specifically dealing with high-availability systems like freeze dryers and automated loading equipment. The core responsibility is the hardware engineering of switchgear, utilizing CAD/CAE tools, preferably EPLAN P8, based on established standards. You will be crucial in integrating PLC controls and ensuring seamless collaboration between software development and production teams to deliver practical, end-to-end automation solutions. A significant part of the job includes overseeing the initial power-up and successful commissioning of your designs at the customer site. Candidates must possess a completed electrical engineering qualification, demonstrable practical experience, and proficiency in CAE systems. Excellent German communication skills are mandatory for team communication, along with English skills necessary for technical documentation.

Required Skills

Education

Completed vocational training in Electrical Engineering (e.g., Industrial Electrician, Energy Systems Electrician). Further qualification (Technician, Master Electrician, or Bachelor/Dipl.-Ing. Electrical Engineering) is desirable.

Experience

  • Professional experience in electrical engineering and hardware planning
  • Demonstrable practical experience in the field of electrical systems
  • Experience integrating PLC controls for automated systems
  • Experience in initial power-up and commissioning processes

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Basic)

Additional

  • Not specified