Development Engineer for Electrical Engineering and Automation | Entwicklungsingenieur Elektrotechnik und Automation (m/w/d)

FERCHAU GmbH Niederlassung Kiel

Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein, Deutschland
Published Mar 27, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on complex shipbuilding projects as a Development Engineer. Day-to-day, you will be responsible for the design, dimensioning, and conceptualization of electrical assemblies specifically for maritime applications. You will handle the creation of technical specifications, system integration, and the maintenance of installation plans and safety documentation. Beyond design, you will perform functional testing before delivery, support the commissioning of electrical systems on board, and conduct error analyses for system optimization. This position is ideal for those who enjoy cross-departmental collaboration and hands-on technical problem-solving. The role is particularly attractive due to its permanent contract, 50% mobile work flexibility, and access to extensive professional development tools like LinkedIn Learning and specialized English courses. You will work in a modern digital environment utilizing industry-standard tools from SAP, Siemens, and Microsoft.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Communication Engineering, or a similar field.

Experience

  • Professional experience in the design and planning of electrical systems
  • Experience in the design of electrical systems within the shipbuilding industry or related sectors is preferred
  • Experience in electrical design, including drive systems or EMC testing
  • Experience with system integration and technical documentation in a project-based environment

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • The role requires the ability to work on-site for commissioning tasks on board ships. Candidates must be comfortable working with digital tools such as SAP, Siemens, and Atlassian software.