Electrical Hardware Planner - Pharmaceutical Plants & Automation | Hardwareplaner (m/w/d) Elektrotechnik - Pharmaanlagen & Automatisierung

FERCHAU GmbH Niederlassung Köln

Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Mar 23, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

As an Electrical Hardware Planner, you will be responsible for the hardware engineering of switchgear systems within the high-stakes pharmaceutical industry. Your day-to-day work involves CAD/CAE-based planning, specifically utilizing EPLAN P8 to design systems for automated loading and freeze-drying equipment. You will play a critical role in integrating PLC controllers and will follow your designs from the initial concept through to on-site commissioning. Collaboration is a key theme of this role, as you will work closely with both software development and production teams to ensure seamless automation solutions. This position is particularly attractive due to its blend of technical design and hands-on commissioning, all while working for a leading technology service provider that offers flexible working hours, childcare subsidies, and a robust corporate benefits program.

Required Skills

Education

Completed vocational training in electrical engineering (e.g., Energy Electronics Technician, Industrial Electrician). Further qualification as a State-Certified Technician, Master Electrician, or a Bachelor/Diploma in Electrical Engineering is preferred.

Experience

  • Professional experience in electrical engineering or industrial electronics
  • Practical experience in hardware planning for switchgear and automation systems
  • Proven experience using CAE systems, specifically EPLAN P8
  • Experience in the commissioning and initial startup of electrical solutions
  • Experience working in collaborative environments with software and production teams

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Basic)

Additional

  • Must be able to communicate fluently in German for team integration and use English for technical documentation.