Automation and Process Control Engineer | Ingenieur:in - Prozessleittechnik oder Automatisierungstechnik (w...

Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH P-VA Personalabrechnung

Jülich, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Apr 17, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

This role offers the unique opportunity to join the newly founded Institute for a Sustainable Hydrogen Economy (IHE) at Forschungszentrum Jülich. You will be responsible for the development, conceptualization, and programming of control systems for prototype chemical hydrogen storage and release plants, ranging from laboratory to pilot scale. Day-to-day activities include troubleshooting, continuous optimization of process control systems, and implementing remote access and data stream concepts. You will also support the development of soft sensors and experimentally validate control systems in close collaboration with scientists and external partners. This position is ideal for professionals passionate about the energy transition and sustainability. The role is attractive due to its meaningful impact on hydrogen infrastructure, flexible working models, and a structured onboarding process within a prestigious research environment.

Required Skills

Education

Completed technical university degree (FH/University of Applied Sciences) in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

Experience

  • Professional experience in automation technology or process control engineering is preferred
  • Practical experience in programming programmable logic controllers (PLC) or distributed control systems
  • Experience in implementing safety-related control functions and fail-safe devices is advantageous
  • Experience in chemical process plant engineering or special-purpose plant construction is beneficial
  • Proven ability in practical implementation and technical troubleshooting

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Location: Brainergy Park Jülich. The position is initially for a 2-year fixed term with the goal of long-term employment. Weekly working hours are 39 hours (Full-time).