As a Automation Engineer – R&D Lab (m/f/d), you will play a pivotal role in driving the digital transformation of our research and development laboratories. You will lead the implementation of IT infrastructure, data integration, and lab automation systems that form the foundation for high-quality simulation models and digital product twins. This position offers the opportunity to work at the interface of laboratory operations, IT, and external partners, contributing to cutting-edge projects such as multi-million-euro lab automation initiatives and the development of solvent-free polymerization labs. If you are passionate about digitalizing technical environments and enabling data-driven innovation, this role will put you at the center of our strategic R&D evolution.

Your tasks include

• Support key strategic R&D initiatives and investments, including lab automation projects, the establishment of a solvent-free polymerization lab, and further digitalization of corporate testing and analytical laboratories.

• Design and implement IT infrastructure to integrate laboratory instruments and automation lines into the corporate IT network, enabling automated data collection (e.g., from rheometers, GCs, peel adhesion, and static shear test instruments) into systems such as LIMS and Snowflake.

• Serve as a central interface between laboratories, Digital IT, and external vendors to define requirements and manage implementation within agreed timelines, budgets, and scope.

• Deliver digitally captured analytics and testing data in line with FAIR data principles as a foundation for simulation models and digital product twins.

• Master’s degree in science, technical, or engineering discipline with at least 5 years of relevant professional experience focused on digitalization of production processes and systems.

• Strong knowledge and experience in programming and production systems, particularly Siemens control systems (TIA Portal, Step 7, etc.).

• Proven ability to connect and provide process data, and to integrate interfaces with higher-level systems.

• Solid understanding of data governance principles, data quality, and data visualization tools.

• Basic knowledge of database technologies such as SQL, NoSQL, and cloud-based platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), as well as analytics tools, LLM, and Gen AI.

• Fluent English skills and proficient German skills (both verbal and written).

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify, assess, and resolve complex challenges.

• Skilled in planning, organizing, and prioritizing tasks, managing resources and timelines effectively.

• Excellent communication skills for engaging with diverse audiences.

tesa is one of the world's leading manufacturers of adhesive tape solutions, with a range of more than 7,000 products. With passion for technology, we drive innovation, reliability, and sustainability to shape a better future.

Our solutions make a difference in the work, products, and lives of our customers across a variety of industries, including Automotive, Electronics, and Home applications. With this, we address a broad segment of business customers, but also you as a private consumer.

You might be surprised to discover the many places where our adhesive solutions are at work, from the battery in your electric car, to the display of your mobile phone, and even in the elevator in your building. Wherever you look, you'll find tesa - holding the world together since more than 125 years.

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