Value (R&D) Engineer

At Pepperl+Fuchs, we combine a strong commitment to innovation with a deep respect for the traditions that have shaped our success. From renewable energy and automotive production to water treatment plants and chemical systems, our advanced electronic sensors and automation components enable smooth and safe operations around the globe. 

We take pride in fostering a supportive and collaborative workplace culture, where employees feel connected and valued - much like a close-knit family. As we continue to grow, we are excited to welcome a new team member for the following position:

 

 

Value (R&D) Engineer

 

 

Role Purpose:

As a Senior Value Engineer, you will drive the development, improvement and maintenance of Industrial Communication products, ensuring they are production-ready, cost-optimized, market-driven and compliant with relevant standards. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to solve technical challenges and support products throughout their lifecycle, from development through series production.

Role Responsibilities:

• Lead independent, production-oriented and cost-optimized product development and maintenance in line with the Product Engineering Process (PEP), from target specifications through series release
• Design and analyse electrical circuits and create or update Bills of Material (BOM) for Industrial Communication Value Engineering products, including isolated barriers and signal conditioners
• Analyse and resolve product-related issues arising during production, with consideration for explosion protection and functional safety requirements
• Conduct performance testing and product evaluations, including the preparation of functional and qualification reports throughout the product lifecycle
• Prepare and release ECNs/ETNs and relevant R&D documentation for engineering and design changes, product improvements and issue containment
• Coordinate R&D activities related to alternative components, material shortages, customer complaints and special customer variants, providing effective technical solutions
• Collaborate closely with Industrial Engineering, Production and R&D teams to ensure timely feedback, effective problem-solving and continuous product improvement
• Support the successful introduction and smooth transfer of new products (NPI) to manufacturing, while monitoring product design and quality performance

Role Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechatronics, Electronic Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience in product development or new product manufacturing
• Relevant experience in mechatronic, electronic, mechanical or automotive products
• Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of developing, improving, industrialising and introducing new and existing products
• Knowledge of explosion protection and functional safety is highly advantageous
• Solid understanding of analog and digital circuit design, with experience using electrical engineering laboratory equipment
• Familiarity with drafting tools and business systems such as ERP and PLM

Are you excited about this opportunity? We can’t wait to get to know you! Submit your application online — we’re looking forward to hearing from you!

Pepperl+Fuchs actively promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of ethnicity, country of origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, skin color, physical or mental abilities, social background, or any other protected characteristic. All employment decisions are made based on these principles and in full compliance with applicable federal and state laws.

 

 

We kindly request that all applications be submitted exclusively via our online application form.