Your role

As a Flex Trainee, your tasks will include:

• Supporting the development of next-generation turbomolecular and vacuum pumps
• Contributing to multidisciplinary engineering projects involving mechanics, mechatronics, electronics and software
• Working on technology topics such as magnetic bearings, electric drives, vacuum technology, digitalization and simulation
• Supporting verification and validation activities in our laboratory environment
• Participating in product improvement and sustaining projects
• Collaborating with Process Development and Operations to understand industrialization and manufacturing requirements
• Supporting cross-functional projects together with Purchasing, Quality and Product Management
• Cooperating with international engineering teams and research partners
• Driving your own improvement, innovation or technology project throughout the graduate program

To succeed, you will need

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.

• Successful Master's degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Industrial Engineering or a comparable discipline
• Strong technical curiosity and enthusiasm for complex engineering systems
• Interest in multidisciplinary technologies combining mechanics, electronics, software and physics
• Initial practical experience through internships, student projects, research work or thesis projects
• Analytical mindset and passion for solving challenging technical problems
• Hands-on mentality and willingness to learn outside your primary field of expertise
• Strong drive to take ownership and continuously improve products, processes and technologies
• Open-minded personality with excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Interest in working in an international environment and collaborating across different functions
• Entrepreneurial thinking and willingness to challenge the status quo
• Ability to work independently and manage your own development path
• Very good written and spoken English skills; German skills are advantageous

In return, we offer

• Culture of trust and accountability
• Lifelong learning and career growth
• Innovation powered by people
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits
• Health and well-being

Job location

This role requires you to work on-site at our office in Köln, Germany (DE). You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.

Contact information

Talent Acquisition Team: David Gabriel

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