As an owner-managed family business, we have been developing innovative automation systems based on PC-based control technology since 1980. Since our founding in 1980, our company has grown steadily. Today, with 5,300 employees (as of March 2025) and representatives in over 75 countries worldwide, we generate revenue of 1.17 billion euros (fiscal year 2024).

If you are ready to contribute your skills and dedication to a growing, international technology company, then you’ve come to the right place.

We look forward to receiving your complete application, including a cover letter, resume, and references.

Application Engineer (m/f/d) Functional Safety

Scope of Responsibilities

• Processing and responding to external and internal product inquiries in the area of safety regarding the intended use and functional purpose
• Providing technical support and solution-oriented advice to our customers
• Developing solutions to ensure quick and smooth verification at the customer’s site
• Assisting with technical consulting for customers at trade shows, events, and during visits

Requirements

• A successfully completed degree in electrical engineering, automation technology, computer science, mechanical engineering, or a comparable field
• Several years of relevant professional experience; ideally in the field of functional safety
• Certification as a Functional Safety Engineer or a comparable qualification is desirable
• In-depth knowledge of IEC 61508, ISO 13849, and IEC 62061 is desirable
• Understanding of safety architectures and performance levels, as well as knowledge of machine safety and CE marking
• Experience with risk assessment methods (e.g., FMEDA) is an advantage
• Communication and presentation skills for effective interaction with various stakeholders, along with a confident, professional demeanor paired with strong communication skills and a customer- and service-oriented approach
• An independent, structured, and reliable work style, combined with out-of-the-box thinking for problem-solving
• Enjoyment of dedicated and team-oriented collaboration
• Willingness to travel for occasional (including international) business trips
• Excellent written and spoken German (minimum C2 or native level) and excellent written and spoken English (minimum C1 level)

We offer

• Exciting responsibilities in an international high-tech company with plenty of freedom for innovative ideas and professional development
• an open and family-oriented corporate culture with flat hierarchies and a culture of informal, first-name-only communication
• a secure job at a financially sound, owner-managed family business
• Attractive compensation, 30 days of vacation, contributions to the company pension plan exceeding legal requirements, capital-forming benefits, as well as vacation and Christmas bonuses
• Flexible and modern work schedules, including flex time, as well as the option to offset overtime with time off or receive fair overtime pay
• Depending on the area of responsibility, the option to work remotely on certain days following a successful onboarding phase and probationary period

If we have piqued your interest, please send your application materials to:

Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co. KG
Human Resources Department
Ms. Theresa Isenberg
Hülshorstweg 20
33415 Verl

Phone: +49 5246 963-0
Email: jobs@beckhoff.com
www.beckhoff.com/jobs

Online Application

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