Electrical Design Engineer - Special Purpose Machinery | Elektrokonstrukteur Sondermaschinenbau (m/w/d)

Wittker + Partners GmbH Krefeld

Hilden, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Apr 9, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

As an Electrical Design Engineer in Hilden, you will be responsible for the end-to-end design and planning of electrical control systems and switchgear for specialized machinery. Your daily activities will involve creating circuit diagrams, terminal plans, and bills of materials using EPLAN Electric P8. You will play a critical role in component selection and collaborate closely with mechanical engineering, software development, and production teams to ensure seamless integration. Beyond design, you will support commissioning and troubleshooting phases, ensuring all technical documentation meets industry standards. This position is ideal for a proactive professional who enjoys high levels of autonomy and responsibility within a modern, technology-oriented environment. The role offers an attractive compensation package, long-term development opportunities, and the chance to work on innovative engineering projects in a specialized field.

Required Skills

Education

Completed vocational training in the electrical field with further qualification as a Technician, or a University Degree in Electrical Engineering.

Experience

  • Several years of professional experience in electrical design specifically using EPLAN Electric P8
  • Professional experience in special purpose machinery or plant engineering
  • Proven experience in the planning and configuration of electrical control systems
  • Practical knowledge of relevant electrical standards and safety guidelines (e.g., Machinery Directive)
  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including mechanics and software departments

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Location: Hilden; Permanent full-time contract.