Electrical Hardware Design Engineer | Elektroplaner Hardware (m/w/d)

Rheinmetall AG

Aschau am Inn, Bayern, Deutschland
Published Mar 18, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

As an Electrical Hardware Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the planning and design of hardware components for industrial automation systems. Your daily activities will include creating and reviewing configuration drawings, control cabinet layouts, and control technology designs. A critical part of the role involves planning fail-safe instrumentation and control functions according to Performance Level (PL) and Safety Integrity Level (SIL) standards, as well as participating in safety discussions. You will also be tasked with the standardization of technical documentation and the maintenance of EPLAN and Comos databases. This position is ideal for a proactive professional who enjoys a 'hands-on' approach to consulting, engineering, and servicing production plants. The role offers a highly attractive package including a subsidized canteen, stock purchase programs, and extensive professional development via an internal academy, all within a structured and collaborative environment at the Aschau am Inn location.

Required Skills

Education

Master Craftsman (Meister) or Certified Technician (Techniker) with a focus on Automation Technology or a comparable qualification in Electrical Engineering.

Experience

  • Professional experience in hardware project planning for industrial applications and production plants
  • Experience in measurement and control technology
  • Proven experience in the analysis, diagnosis, and optimization of control systems
  • Experience in creating and maintaining technical documentation and EPLAN databases
  • Experience in the acceptance of electrical systems as a qualified electrician

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Must be qualified to act as a 'Qualified Electrician' (Elektrofachkraft) for the acceptance of electrical systems. Requires a 'hands-on' mentality and the ability to communicate across all hierarchical levels.