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

FERCHAU GmbH Niederlassung Köln

Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Nov 14, 2025
Full-time
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Job Summary

This role focuses on the detailed hardware engineering and planning of electrical systems, specifically for high-availability pharmaceutical plants, including freeze dryers and automated loading systems. The Hardware Planner will be responsible for the full lifecycle of switchgear and control cabinet design, utilizing CAD/CAE tools, preferably EPLAN P8, and ensuring integration with PLC controllers. A core part of the job involves collaborating closely with software development and production teams to deliver cohesive automation solutions, culminating in the initial switch-on and successful commissioning at the customer site. Candidates must possess a completed electrical engineering qualification and proven practical experience in the field, coupled with strong German language skills for team communication and sufficient English for technical documentation. This position is attractive due to its focus on cutting-edge automation technology within the critical pharmaceutical sector.

Required Skills

Education

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

Experience

  • Verifiable practical experience in electrical engineering or energy systems
  • Professional experience in hardware engineering and planning of switchgear/control cabinets
  • Experience in integrating PLC controllers for automated systems

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Basic)

Additional

  • Not specified