Electrical Design Engineer - Packaging Machinery | Elektrokonstrukteur Verpackungsmaschinen (m/w/d)
FERCHAU GmbH Niederlassung Wuppertal
Job Summary
As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the end-to-end electrical development of sophisticated special-purpose packaging machinery. Your daily activities involve creating, updating, and managing electrotechnical documentation using EPLAN Electric P8, alongside designing control cabinets and selecting appropriate components. A critical part of the role includes evaluating functional safety and preparing technical verification using SISTEMA in accordance with EN ISO 13849. You will act as a technical bridge, coordinating closely with mechanical engineering teams regarding sensors and actuators, while also supporting commissioning and troubleshooting phases. This position is particularly attractive due to its blend of technical autonomy and collaborative innovation, offering flexible working hours, professional development opportunities, and the chance to work on high-tech solutions for well-known industrial clients within a leading technology service platform.
Required Skills
Education
Completed technical degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Technology, or a comparable field of study.
Experience
- Several years of practical experience in electrical project planning and the use of EPLAN Electric P8
- Professional experience in the design and construction of control systems for special-purpose machinery
- Practical experience in functional safety and the application of EN ISO 13849
- Experience in technical coordination with mechanical engineering and external suppliers
Languages
Additional
- Knowledge of international standards such as UL 508A is desirable. Willingness to undergo further training in EPLAN Fluid if not already proficient.
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