Development Engineer for Sensor and Actuator Technology | Entwicklungsingenieur/in Sensor- Aktortechnik

ipr GmbH

Neustadt bei Coburg, Bayern, Deutschland
Published Feb 16, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

As a Development Engineer at ipr WERKZEUGE, you will play a pivotal role in transitioning high-quality electrical power distribution tools into the era of Industry 4.0. Your day-to-day responsibilities involve the conceptual design and integration of sensor systems for deductive data acquisition in hydraulic tools. You will be responsible for developing both hardware and software for sensor data processing, conducting extensive testing, and optimizing digital signals for energy efficiency. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a highly innovative, family-run business where you can directly influence the technology of the future. You will collaborate closely with purchasing, sales, and service departments to ensure technical and economic feasibility, while maintaining high quality and safety standards. The position is ideal for creative engineers who enjoy unconventional problem-solving and want to see their designs move from concept to practical implementation in a specialized market.

Required Skills

Education

Completed degree in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, with a specialization in Sensor and Actuator Technology or a comparable field of study.

Experience

  • Professional experience in the development and integration of sensor electronics into mechanical or hydraulic systems
  • Experience in hardware and software development for data-processing electronics
  • Proven track record in conducting technical test series and practical implementation of sensor concepts
  • Experience in technical documentation and adherence to international safety standards
  • Experience in cross-functional collaboration with purchasing, sales, and service departments

Languages

English (Basic)

Additional

  • The role is based in Neustadt bei Coburg. Candidates must demonstrate high levels of creativity and a willingness to develop unconventional technical solutions. Knowledge of hydraulics is considered a desirable asset for this position.