Upgrades for International Special-Purpose Machines
Welcome at Rosendahl Nextrom, where we manufacture production technologies for the battery, cable & wire, and optical fiber industries.
#More than 500 people work at our headquarters in Pischelsdorf today to ensure that the world will be supplied further with energy, communication and mobility tomorrow. And that in a sustainable way. We want a fit – for you and for us. That is why we offer you a reasonable, diverse, and - most importantly - friendly working environment, internationality, and lots of room to develop. We are also part of the Knill Group, a private family business with over 300 years of tradition based in Weiz.
About the role
You are passionate about automation technology and want to further develop technically sophisticated special-purpose machines instead of constantly travelling worldwide or working on construction sites?
Then you are exactly right with us.
In our “Cable & Wire” business unit, you will support international production systems during ongoing operation and further develop existing machines through upgrades and modern automation solutions.
You will work closely with our engineering teams and stay technically close to our machines – with a clear focus on remote upgrades and only a few business trips per year.
Your Tasks in Detail
Programming of PLC software and drive technology (Siemens TIA Portal / Simatic Manager)
Technical support for the sales team during the quotation phase
Technical preparation and implementation of upgrades
Implementation of software modifications and optimizations
Further development of existing machines and automation solutions
Technical support for our globally installed systems
Collaboration with internal specialist departments
Paid on-call duty (EUR 700 gross for one week per month)
About you
Completed technical education (HTL, apprenticeship or equivalent) in electrical engineering, automation technology or mechatronics
Several years of professional experience and very good PLC programming skills
Good knowledge of Profinet; knowledge of Profibus is an advantage
Interest in new technologies and technical challenges
Independent, precise and responsible way of working
Strong customer orientation and solution-oriented mindset
Good English skills
About us
What makes the job special
Less travel, more focus: clear remote-first approach with only a few business trips per year. Stay technically involved without constantly being on the road.
Technically sophisticated special-purpose machines instead of serial production
Combination of engineering, programming and customer interaction
High level of personal responsibility and creative freedom
International projects and modern automation technology
What sets us apart
A genuinely positive working atmosphere – ranked as our number one benefit in our employee survey.
A healthy work–life balance. Depending on the position, we offer flexible working hours, remote work options, and/or part-time models.
Meal subsidies, an on-site company day-care provider, and more – a wide range of benefits designed to make everyday life easier.
A global technology leader – experience first-hand how future-oriented technologies and machinery are developed.
Over 500 colleagues at our main site and another 300 worldwide: large enough for exciting projects, yet small enough for fast decisions and a personal working environment.
Your workplace? Pischelsdorf – surrounded by nature, easily accessible without traffic jams, and with ample on-site parking.
All of this within the Knill Group – a long-established, internationally successful family-owned company since 1712, still privately held today.
Details about this job
Full Time (Permanent employment)
- Monday to Friday
- 38,5 hours
Place of work
- Pischelsdorf am Kulm
Must-have skills
- Profinet
Nice-to-have skills
- Profibus
Required languages
- English B1
Must-have education
- Completed technical education (HTL, apprenticeship or equivalent) in electrical engineering, automation technology or mechatronics
Details about this job
Full Time (Permanent employment)
- Monday to Friday
- 38,5 hours
Place of work
- Pischelsdorf am Kulm
Must-have skills
- Profinet
Nice-to-have skills
- Profibus
Required languages
- English B1
Must-have education
- Completed technical education (HTL, apprenticeship or equivalent) in electrical engineering, automation technology or mechatronics
Salary
For this position, we offer a gross monthly salary starting from EUR 4,000.00 on a full-time basis, with a clear willingness to overpay depending on qualifications and professional experience.
The collective agreement for the metal industry (“Kollektivvertrag der Metalltechnischen Industrie”) serves as the legal basis, with a minimum salary classification of EUR 3,519.91 gross per month on a full-time basis.
Benefits
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Flexible working hours
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Home office
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Meal allowance
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Education and training
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Childcare
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Team events
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Flexible working hours
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Home office
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Meal allowance
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Education and training
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Childcare
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Team events
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Fits for you? We are looking forward to hearing from you!
Angelika Deutsch is looking forward to your application documents.
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