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Manager (m/f/d) Product Engineering - Light Goods Transportation

January 20, 2025

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Where do people love what they do, and being great at what they do?

At Swisslog, that’s where! Our teams are the heart of a world-leading Robotics company that’s harnessing the power of technology to shape the future of intralogistics. The result? We’re transforming performance and efficiency for customers across the globe, giving them the vital edge in their markets.  

Short Facts

  • Dortmund
    Dortmund, Germany
  • Swisslog
    Swisslog, hybrid
  • Engineering
    Engineering
  • Permanent Position
    Permanent Position

Responsibilities

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  • Lead and coordinate a multidisciplinary engineering team of approximately 13 mechanical and electrical engineers based in Dortmund
  • Oversee resource planning within the engineering department
  • Develop and implement design standards for 2D CAD (AutoCAD), 3D CAD (SolidWorks), and electrical design (E-Plan), integrating them into ERP (SAP) and PLM (Teamcenter) systems
  • Conduct detailed engineering of light goods conveyor systems based on sales layouts and product standards
  • Evaluate customer requirements for feasibility and cost-effectiveness in close collaboration with the sales department
  • Advance the toolchain with a focus on global standardization
  • Engage in ongoing dialogue with technical experts at other locations
  • Collaborate intensively with internal partners across sales support, project management, production, purchasing, assembly, and commissioning teams
  • Prepare technical calculations to support the quotation process

Application Requirements

What you need to succeed
  • Degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or mechatronics
  • Professional leadership experience in engineering within plant construction, ideally with a focus on conveyor technology
  • Solid background in project management with a structured approach to overseeing engineering projects
  • Proficiency in common CAE systems, ideally including AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and Eplan P8, as well as familiarity with ERP systems. Experience with PLM/PDM systems is a plus
  • Strong teamwork abilities, excellent communication skills, and a passion for inspiring and motivating teams
  • Fluent in both German and English
  • Open to regular travel between company locations, amongst others to Eberstalzall, Austria

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Our promise to you

Swisslog is a world of opportunity for people who can deliver a game changing mission: driving the future of intralogistics, by shaping an era of robotic and data-driven automated solutions that create exceptional customer value.

Join us on this journey and you’ll be part of a global enterprise that’s proud of its Swiss roots - and hugely excited by the worldwide opportunities open to everyone in the Swisslog family. So come and realize your potential, in a team that’s united by passion and driven by the OneSwisslog team spirit.

About Swisslog

Swisslog is shaping the future of intralogistics. As part of the KUKA Group, we work on the latest technologies that are reimagining the world of logistics. We’re a team of 3,000+ experts from 50 countries, serving some of the world's largest and most exciting brands. Together, we’re implementing smart and innovative approaches - including flexible robot-based and data-driven automation solutions that are transforming the supply chain. So join our team and share your unique perspective.

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