Experienced Mechanical Engineer (m / f / x)

Experienced Mechanical Engineer (m / f / x)

Department : Research & Development

Location : Owen bei Kirchheim / Teck

Employment : Full time

With curiosity and determination, we – the Sensor People – at Leuze have been creating innovations and setting technological milestones in industrial automation for 60 years. Our drive is the success of our customers. In a constantly changing industry, we work with you to find the best solution for your application : innovative, precise, and efficient. Today we are more than 1,600 Sensor People worldwide who, with a lot of experience and great commitment, ensure that our customers are successful in the long term – be it in our technological competence centers or in one of our 21 sales companies, supported by over 40 international distributors.

As a mechanical engineer you will be responsible for the mechanical design, product approval, and achievement of robust series production of Leuze sensors :

• You will shape the overall design of optical sensors in close cooperation with related disciplines such as optics, electronics, and industrial engineering
• You will select and evaluate design concepts and manufacturing processes to best meet all functional requirements
• As a source of knowledge, you will support other experts and teams regarding aspects of manufacturing, assembly, and suitability for automation
• You will work on the continuous optimization of your products with respect to performance, cost, and quality
• You feel confident and comfortable working in an international environment
• You hold a degree in mechanical or precision engineering or similar
• You have a proven track record in the product development of optical sensors with a focus on design, tolerancing, and industrialization up to series production (at least three to five years of professional experience)
• A high degree of independence and a systematic way of working will stand out for you
• You are keen to take ownership and to passionately drive your ideas forward
• You show deep interdisciplinary understanding beyond your personal core area of expertise
• You are a confident communicator in English and willing to improve your good German language skills
• You are eligible for a German work permit
• Motivating working environment at a continuously growing medium-sized, internationally active technology leader
• Versatile and challenging tasks with a high degree of autonomy
• Flat structures and short decision-making paths allow you to move quickly and make a difference
• Individual onboarding programs and a wide range of development opportunities
• Various salary models oriented towards the metal and electrical industry
• Mobile working opportunity on occasion