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Project Engineer Automation (PEC)

Katowice (Silesian Voivodeship), Wrocław (Woiwodschaft Niederschlesien), Szczecin (West Pomeranian Voivodeship) — thyssenkrupp Automotive Body Solutions GmbH

Type of contract:Full-time, Permanent
Experience level:Professionals
Remote work:Not available
Job field:Project Management
Status:Ongoing recruitment, entry date flexible
Posting date:2026/08/13
Job number:DE_RS_18522
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Your responsibilities

  • You are responsible for the execution and overall management of the automation scope in plant engineering projects of varying sizes, with full responsibility for the results.
  • You are the responsible decision-maker for the above-mentioned scope, in coordination with the Project Manager.
  • You act as the technical point of contact for automation matters for internal and external project partners as well as customers.
  • You design, plan, and coordinate the external planning scope for plant engineering related to automation.
  • You prepare RFQs, evaluate quotations and contribute to the supplier selection process.
  • You coordinate the installation, assembly and commissioning phases on site for the automation scope.
  • You are responsible for cost, schedule and project status reporting, as well as identifying and implementing corrective actions to achieve project targets and optimize project performance. This also includes sub-targets such as safety acceptance, technical milestones and final acceptance.
  • You are responsible for change cost and claim management in cooperation with Procurement, Sales and Controlling/Cost Estimation, including commercial coordination with external project partners such as customers and suppliers.

Your profile

  • You have completed a degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering or a comparable field, or have an equivalent professional background.
  • You have professional experience in plant engineering within the automotive supplier industry or the automotive industry.
  • You have strong knowledge of electrical hardware design, PLC programming and commissioning, as well as solid experience in project management.
  • You are proficient in using MS Office.
  • You distinguish yourself through strong analytical skills combined with a proactive, solution-oriented approach to challenges and a willingness to take responsibility.
  • You think and act with an entrepreneurial mindset.
  • You have strong teamwork and communication skills and are confident when presenting.
  • You have business-fluent English language skills, both written and spoken, with the ability to negotiate confidently. Knowledge of German would be an advantage.
  • You enjoy national and international business travel and you are flexible.

Your benefits

At thyssenkrupp Automotive Body Solutions you will find international teams and a wide range of exciting projects.

Are you interested? Then please apply via our online application system.

Additional benefits

  • MyBenefit Cafeteria platform - /Multisport
  • German language classes
  • Life insurance
  • Hybrid work - remote working is possible two days a week
  • Flexible working hours

Contact

thyssenkrupp Automotive Body Solutions

Anna Chrostowska

People Manager

+49 172 130 8199

anna.chrostowska@thyssenkrupp-automotive.com

Important to us

Health and Wellness

Health & Safety

Highest health & safety standards and a wide range of health promotion and healthcare activities.

Highest health & safety standards and a wide range of health promotion and healthcare activities.

Pension and Retirement

Pension

We have various financial models to give you individual support.

We have various financial models to give you individual support.

Collaboration and Teamwork

Collaboration

Collegiality is of huge importance – we treat everyone with respect and appreciation.

Collegiality is of huge importance – we treat everyone with respect and appreciation.

Professional Development

Development

Training and education programs to help you develop professionally and personally.

Training and education programs to help you develop professionally and personally.

Compensation and Salary

Compensation & benefits

Fair working conditions and competitive pay are an important basis for us.

Fair working conditions and competitive pay are an important basis for us.

Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity

We promote an open and tolerant work culture.

We promote an open and tolerant work culture.

Work-Life Balance

Work-Life Balance

Work-Life Balance: we guarantee regular working hours to support work-life balance.

Work-Life Balance: we guarantee regular working hours to support work-life balance.

Creative and Innovation

Creative leeway

We offer a work environment in which you can try out new solutions in a no blame culture.

We offer a work environment in which you can try out new solutions in a no blame culture.

Vacation and Time Off

Vacation and paid time off

Vacation and paid time off: Paid vacation, sick leave and personal days.

Vacation and paid time off: Paid vacation, sick leave and personal days.

Sustainability and Environment

Sustainability

We act with responsibility and environmental awareness. We support sociopolitical initiatives and focus on resource efficiency.

We act with responsibility and environmental awareness. We support sociopolitical initiatives and focus on resource efficiency.

Onboarding and Training

Onboarding

Onboarding: individual and personal support to help you get started in your new job.

Onboarding: individual and personal support to help you get started in your new job.

We value diversity

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion/belief, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity.

Company

thyssenkrupp Automotive Body Solutions is a business unit of the Automotive Technology segment of thyssenkrupp AG. As an integrated body construction specialist, the company offers project business including plant engineering, toolmaking and prototype construction as well as the series production of body components from a single source. By utilizing the extensive synergies between these areas, Automotive Body Solutions is the leading contact for all aspects of bodywork.

From receiving your documents to acceptance: the application process

Step 1

Online application

Have you found an interesting vacancy? Then apply online. You won’t need more than 10 minutes. The entire application process – from initial contact to response – usually takes between four and six weeks.

Step 2

Receipt of your application

You will receive confirmation that we have received your application – within a few minutes if you apply online; it may take a couple of days if you apply by email. Our recruiters check your application documents and get in touch with you. For some positions we will conduct a preliminary telephone interview with you.

Step 3

Review by functional department

Our recruiter submits a preliminary selection of candidates to the specialist department for consideration. The department will then look closely to check whether your qualifications meet the requirements of the job.

Step 4

Interview

If you are a suitable candidate for the job, we’d like to get to know you personally in an interview with the specialist department and HR. If you or we need more time, we'll invite you to a second interview.

Step 5

The offer

Once we have agreed the contractual details, we will send you an employment contract. We will of course also let you know if your application is not successful.

Step 6

Starting out with us

Finally the time has come: welcome to thyssenkrupp!

Step 7

Onboarding

When you sign your contract you take your first step into one of the world’s biggest companies. We’re there to support you – right from the start.

Notes on application

You will have submitted your online application to thyssenkrupp in no time! As long as the position is available on our career page, you have the opportunity to apply.

We have adapted the application process to the current situation and conduct our interviews by video (not in the U.S.), telephone and also personally - in compliance with the applicable and necessary distance and hygienic rules. You will receive detailed information on this topic from our recruiting experts during the application process, while you can find general information and application tips here finden.

Further information about thyssenkrupp, our products and locations can be found directly on the company website.

We wish you every success with your application and stay healthy!

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