Principal Engineer R&D Mechatronic

Join HIMA Group – Innovate with purpose. Grow with technology.

HIMA Group is a globally independent provider of safety-related automation solutions for the process and rail industries, protecting people, assets, and the environment. Founded in 1908, the family-owned company is headquartered in Brühl near Mannheim, Germany, and has grown steadily through strategic acquisitions, including Sella Controls (UK) in 2023 and Origo Solutions (Norway) in 2024. Today, HIMA employs approximately 1,150 professionals across 22 group companies worldwide.

Our international teams bring together expertise from all corners of the world, working with a shared focus on developing reliable and sustainable solutions. At HIMA, employees are encouraged to take initiative, contribute their knowledge, and collaborate across borders to deliver projects with real impact.

Working at HIMA offers varied and responsible tasks, where your work has tangible influence. At the same time, you can continuously develop your skills and contribute to advancing safety technology. With a corporate culture built on collaboration, accountability, and sustainable innovation, we provide a professional environment where experts can thrive and make meaningful contributions.

Become part of a global success story and help shape the future of digital safety.

Responsibilities 

• Structure and shape new mechatronic development projects from concept to series production, considering legal, safety, quality, and regulatory requirements, as well as the needs of external stakeholders.
• Provide technical advice and develop solutions for mechatronics-related issues, particularly at the interfaces between hardware development, manufacturing and procurement.
• Coordinate closely with cross-functional teams, including Production, Production Preparation and Procurement, to ensure manufacturing-oriented product development.
• Evaluate and ensure the manufacturability of mechatronic components, including the selection and application of appropriate manufacturability assessment methods while considering cost and other commercial constraints.
• Design, implement, and maintain surface and coating technologies as part of product development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a comparable technical field
• Solid knowledge of mechatronic systems development as well as relevant standards and legislation.
• Experience in structuring and integrating assemblies consisting of mechanical, electronic and software components.
• Knowledge of modern development and simulation tools as well as PLM systems (e.g., CAD, FEA, thermal simulation, Teamcenter).
• Strong awareness of quality and safety requirements.
• Knowledge of common coating processes and their impact on component properties is desirable.
• Very good command of German and English, both written and spoken.

Our Benefits

• Purpose-driven work: Contribute to sustainable solutions in safety-related automation that protect people, assets, and the environment.

• Global collaboration and diversity: Work in diverse, internationally aligned teams that act as “One Team, One Goal” to deliver results worldwide.

• Knowledge-driven culture: Share ideas, think entrepreneurially, and contribute to innovative solutions with tangible impact.

• International work environment: Work with colleagues worldwide, participate in global projects, and collaborate across teams and countries.

• Development opportunities: Long-term career opportunities within an expanding international organization.

• Community and culture: Team events, open communication, flat hierarchies, collaborative teamwork, and a culture of diversity and inclusion.

Disclaimer

HIMA Group offers flexible working hours and the option to work remotely. For certain positions, employees can choose between different part-time models. Job sharing is also possible.

Diversity, equality, and inclusion are an integral part of our corporate culture. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, ethnic origin, or sexual identity.

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