Development Engineer - Electrical Engineering / Sensor Technology | Entwicklungsingenieur (m/w/d) - Elektrotechnik / Sensorik
Heckler & Koch GmbH
Job Summary
As a Development Engineer at Heckler & Koch, you will lead the technical execution of feasibility studies and pre-development projects specifically focused on sensor technologies and electronics. Your day-to-day responsibilities involve driving innovation by implementing new technologies and coordinating closely with external development partners, suppliers, and research institutes. You will provide critical technical support across various departments during the product development lifecycle and contribute technical expertise to tender preparations. Additionally, you will be responsible for conducting market observations and competitive analyses to ensure the company remains a global leader. This role is ideal for a proactive engineer who enjoys bridging the gap between research and practical application within a highly specialized manufacturing environment. The position offers the stability of a collective agreement (Tarifvertrag) and the chance to work for a world-renowned manufacturer integral to international security architecture.
Required Skills
Education
University degree or University of Applied Sciences degree in Electrical Engineering or a comparable qualification.
Experience
- At least 2-3 years of professional experience in a research or development department of a manufacturing company
- Professional experience in control/regulation technology, electronics, and mechatronics
- Experience in the defense technology industry is desirable
- Experience using MATLAB is desirable
Languages
Additional
- Availability for full-time employment at the Oberndorf a.N. headquarters; ability to collaborate with external institutes and suppliers.
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