Electrical and Automation Operations Engineer (I&C Focus) | Elektroingenieur:in / Betriebsingenieur:in MSR-Technik / Automatisierungstechnik (m|w|d)

K+S Minerals and Agriculture GmbH

Neuhof, Kreis Fulda, Hessen, Deutschland
Published Dec 16, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This critical role seeks an Electrical and Automation Operations Engineer specializing in Instrumentation, Control, and Regulation (I&C) Technology at the K+S Minerals and Agriculture GmbH Neuhof site. The engineer will drive the development, realization, and commissioning of complex instrumentation and automation solutions across production, loading, and energy generation plants. Day-to-day tasks include performing diagnostics, repairs, and expansions on existing systems, alongside comprehensive software, hardware, and network support for the operational technology (OT) system landscape. A key component of the position is the technical and disciplinary leadership of functional area personnel and optimizing electrical systems and operational processes. The ideal candidate holds a university degree in Electrical Engineering (preferably Automation Technology) and brings strong expertise in process control programming tools, specifically SIEMENS PCS7, combined with several years of experience in process instrumentation.

Required Skills

Education

University degree (Diplom or M.Sc.) in Electrical Engineering, preferably specializing in Automation Technology

Experience

  • Several years of experience in process instrumentation
  • Professional experience in the development, realization, and commissioning of instrumentation and automation solutions
  • Experience with software, hardware, and network maintenance of OT systems
  • Experience in optimizing electrical systems and operating procedures

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Fixed-term contract. Start date February 1, 2026, or earliest possible date. Must be willing to assume various delegated functions.