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Principal Electrical Engineer

Envipco · Osnabrück

On-siteSeniorPosted 1 Jul 2026

What this role requires

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Also mentioned, not required: Altium, EAGLE, DFMEA, DFM, German, English. Worth having, but their absence is not what gets a CV filtered out.

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Job description

Summary: We are seeking an experienced Principal Electrical Engineer with a strong focus on electronics design, PCB development, and EPLAN-based engineering. In this role, you will lead the design of board-level circuits and electrical systems, drive engineering standards, and support innovation in automated machine technologies. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, production-ready solutions.

Responsibilities:

Lead the design and development of electrical and electronic systems for reverse vending machines

Develop and maintain schematics and circuit designs

Create and release electrical documentation including schematics, wiring diagrams, and BOMs

Design and specify components such as sensors, motor controls, and embedded electronics

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Use EPLAN and other CAD tools to develop and manage electrical designs

Establish and improve engineering standards, design processes, and documentation practices

Support manufacturing and supply chain with component selection, validation, and design updates

Drive DFM, DFMEA, and design validation activities

Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and production issues

Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Profile:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s preferred; Mechatronics acceptable)

10+ years of experience in electrical/electronics design

Strong experience with EPLAN and basic knowledge in PCB design tools (e.g., Altium, EAGLE)

Solid background in circuit design and board-level development

Experience working with sensors, motor control, and embedded systems is a plus

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Familiarity with structured engineering methods (DFMEA, DFM, etc.)

Fluent in German and English

What we offer:

30 days of annual leave

Subsidized company pension plan

A high degree of freedom

Flexible working hours

Employee discounts for various online shops via Corporate Benefits

Company (e-)bike leasing

Subsidy for gym memberships

Health management programs

Envipco is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role at the forefront of environmental innovation, apply now to be a key player in our dynamic team.

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