Engineer - Technical Informatics (Electrical and Automation Hardware Engineering) | Ingenieur/in - technische Informatik

Primetals Technologies Austria GmbH

Linz, Oberösterreich, Österreich
Published Dec 22, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role is seeking a dedicated Hardware Engineer to join the Electrical and Automation (E&A) department, focusing on the design, implementation, and documentation of electrical and automation systems. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing master data in CAPE and EPLAN, developing and implementing hardware solutions for electrical plants, and performing detailed engineering for MCCs, frequency converters, PLCs, and network/bus systems. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with relevant safety standards and guidelines, select appropriate electrical and automation components, and create standard hardware typicals. Key qualifications include a degree in electrical engineering or technical informatics, several years of professional experience in hardware engineering, and strong knowledge of EPLAN P8, database management, and automation components like SIMATIC S7 and frequency converters. This position offers a challenging and varied role within an international environment, with opportunities for continuous professional development.

Required Skills

Education

University of Applied Sciences (FH) or Higher Technical Education Institute (HTL) degree, or profound electrical engineering training

Experience

  • Several years of professional experience in hardware engineering
  • Knowledge of frequency converters
  • Knowledge of SIMATIC S7 or similar PLC systems
  • Knowledge of electrical and automation switching devices and components
  • Good knowledge of technical standards and regulations

Languages

English (Basic)

Additional

  • Unspecified (Permanent) contract duration