Software Engineer (Tonic Systems) | Tonic-Engineer (m/w/d), Gronau

Dürkopp Fördertechnik GmbH

Gronau (Westfalen), Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland

Published Feb 23, 2026

Full-time

Permanent

Job Summary

As a Tonic Engineer at DFT, you will play a pivotal role in automating sorter systems for international e-commerce and logistics clients. Your daily responsibilities involve the full lifecycle of the proprietary 'Tonic' software, which controls material flow in pouch sorter systems. This includes developing software logic, designing graphical user interfaces, and managing data exchange with SCADA systems. You will be responsible for analyzing technical issues, implementing software updates, and performing both remote and on-site testing and commissioning. Beyond development, you will provide customer support and conduct project-specific training for operators. This position is particularly attractive due to its blend of software development and hands-on commissioning, all within a stable company under the KNAPP AG umbrella. The role offers a 35-hour work week, flexible working hours, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge logistics innovations like the AutoPocket™ system.

Required Skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering, (Business) Informatics, or a comparable technical vocational training/further education.

Experience

Professional experience in software development or status as a motivated career starter
Experience in programming with C++ and C#
Experience working with SQL-based databases
Experience in software troubleshooting and problem analysis
Experience in conducting software tests and commissioning, either remote or on-site

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

Willingness to participate in on-call standby shifts; Readiness for national and international travel to customer sites; Location: Gronau, Germany.