Electrical Design Engineer for Mechanical Engineering (Machinery) | Elektro-Konstrukteur/in Maschinenbau (m/w/d)

HEYLIGENSTAEDT Werkzeugmaschinen GmbH

Gießen, Lahn, Hessen, Deutschland
Published Jan 6, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role is for an Electrical Design Engineer specializing in the construction of premium machine tools for turning, milling, and drilling medium to large workpieces. The professional will be responsible for creating electrical schematics and documentation using Eplan Electric P8, selecting electrical components, and integrating drive and control systems, specifically Siemens SINAMICS and S7/TIA Portal. A key focus is ensuring compliance with the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and relevant safety standards (e.g., EN ISO 13849). The position involves close collaboration with mechanical design and software development teams to deliver holistic automation solutions. Candidates should possess a degree or technical qualification in Electrical or Automation Engineering, coupled with several years of professional experience in electrical design within machine or plant construction, and a structured, solution-oriented approach to work.

Required Skills

Education

Completed training as an Electrician, Technician, or degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Technology, or comparable field

Experience

  • Several years of professional experience in electrical design in machine or plant construction
  • Professional experience in handling machinery directives and safety standards
  • Professional experience with Eplan Electric P8
  • In-depth knowledge of drive technology and control technology, especially with Siemens components

Languages

German (Basic)

Additional

  • Occasional customer travel for machine commissioning