Experienced Mechanical Engineer (m/f/x)

Experienced Mechanical Engineer (m/f/x) Department: Research & Development Location: New York Employment: Full time With curiosity and determination, we – the Sensor People – at Leuze have been creating innovations and setting technological milestones in industrial automation for 60 years. Our drive is the success of our customers. In a constantly changing industry, we work with you to find the best solution for your application: innovative, precise, and efficient. Today we are more than 1,600 Sensor People worldwide who, with a lot of experience and great commitment, ensure that our customers are successful in the long term – be it in our technological competence centers or in one of our 21 sales companies, supported by over 40 international distributors.

As a mechanical engineer you will be responsible for the mechanical design, product approval, and of robust series production of Leuze sensors: You will shape the overall design of optical sensors in close cooperation with related disciplines such as optics, electronics, and industrial engineering You will select and evaluate design concepts and manufacturing processes to best meet all functional requirements As a source of knowledge, you will support other experts and regarding teams aspects of manufacturing assembly, and suitability for automation You will work on the continuous optimization of your products with respect to performance, cost, and quality You feel confident and comfortable working in an international environment

You hold a degree in mechanical or precision engineering or similar You have a proven track record in the product development of optical sensors with a focus on design, tolerancing, and industrialization up to series production (at least three to five years of professional experience) A high degree of independence and a systematic way of working will stand out for you You are keen to take ownership and passionately drive your ideas forward You show deep interdisciplinary understanding beyond your personal core area of expertise You are a confident communicator in English and willing to improve your good German language skills You are eligible for a German work permit

Motivating working environment at a continuous growing medium-sized, internationally active technology leader Versatile and challenging tasks with a high degree of automation Flat structures and short decision-making paths allow you to move quickly and make a difference Individual onboarding programs and a wide range of development opportunities Various salary models oriented towards the metal and electrical industry Mobile working opportunity on occasion JOBV1_EN