About This Work Opportunity
GROPYUS is seeking an Electronics Technician for Industrial Engineering (m/f/d) to join its maintenance team at its highly automated production facility in Eppingen-Richen, Germany.
This is a permanent, full-time opportunity for an electronics professional who is interested in industrial technology, automated production systems, electrical equipment, and modern manufacturing processes.
The successful candidate will help maintain the functionality and reliability of machines and production equipment. Responsibilities include installing new systems, testing electrical equipment, performing maintenance and repairs, diagnosing electrical faults, supporting mechanical teams, and optimizing electrical systems for safe and reliable operation.
About GROPYUS
GROPYUS is a technology-driven construction company focused on developing multi-story residential buildings using industrialized and digitalized construction methods.
The company combines timber construction, prefabricated building systems, digital processes, and automated manufacturing technologies to develop sustainable and affordable housing solutions.
At the production site in Eppingen-Richen, GROPYUS is developing a highly automated prefabrication facility for building components. The facility uses digitally controlled processes, automated production lines, approximately 50 robots, and specially developed tools to support flexible industrial series production.
Position Summary
As part of the maintenance team, the Electronics Technician will be responsible for ensuring that machines, production equipment, and electrical systems remain operational and reliable.
The role involves inspecting, maintaining, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical and electrotechnical systems. The technician will also identify potential weaknesses, support process improvements, and contribute to maximizing production availability.
Because the production environment is highly automated, the position requires an interest in modern industrial technology, machine networking, PLC systems, and digital production processes.
Main Responsibilities
- Install new electrical and electrotechnical systems and equipment.
- Test electrical equipment and systems.
- Perform regular maintenance of electrical machinery and systems.
- Repair electrical and electrotechnical equipment when required.
- Diagnose faults within electrical systems.
- Perform electrical troubleshooting and fault finding throughout the production operation.
- Identify electrical system problems and implement appropriate repairs.
- Monitor work performed by other trades in the electrical field.
- Support mechanical maintenance teams with electrical and electronic issues.
- Review electrical systems to ensure safe and reliable operation.
- Identify potential weaknesses in electrical systems and production processes.
- Support optimization of electrical equipment and systems.
- Apply IT knowledge in areas such as networks and connected systems.
- Support machine networking activities.
- Work with PLC and ERP-related systems.
- Help maintain maximum availability of production equipment.
- Support continuous improvement of automated production processes.
Electrical Maintenance and Repair
A major part of this position involves maintaining and repairing electrical systems used throughout the highly automated production facility.
The technician will inspect electrical equipment, identify faults, perform troubleshooting, and carry out appropriate repairs. Preventive maintenance activities are also important for reducing equipment downtime and maintaining production availability.
The successful candidate should be comfortable working with electrical machines and systems and should have a strong interest in industrial technology.
Fault Diagnosis and Troubleshooting
The Electronics Technician will be responsible for identifying electrical faults throughout the operation and helping restore equipment to working condition.
- Identify electrical system faults.
- Analyze technical problems.
- Perform electrical fault finding.
- Determine appropriate repair solutions.
- Test systems after repairs.
- Identify recurring equipment problems.
- Support measures designed to prevent future failures.
- Communicate technical problems to relevant maintenance teams.
Strong analytical thinking and a structured approach to troubleshooting are important for maintaining production continuity.
Installation and Commissioning
The role includes supporting the installation and testing of new systems and equipment. Employees will help ensure that newly installed electrical systems function correctly and meet operational requirements.
This may involve testing electrical components, checking system functionality, identifying installation issues, and supporting the transition of new equipment into production.
Industrial Automation and PLC Systems
GROPYUS operates a highly automated production environment, making knowledge of industrial automation and PLC systems particularly valuable.
The successful candidate will work with machine networking and may interact with PLC and ERP systems as part of daily maintenance and troubleshooting activities.
Good knowledge of PLC programming is considered a preferred qualification and may provide an advantage when diagnosing and optimizing automated machinery.
IT and Machine Networking
The position also requires the application of basic IT skills in an industrial environment. Candidates should be comfortable working with network-connected machinery and digital production systems.
- Apply IT knowledge to industrial systems.
- Support machine networking.
- Work with connected production equipment.
- Interact with PLC systems.
- Work with ERP-related systems.
- Support digitalized production processes.
Required Qualifications
The minimum requirement is completed vocational training as an Electronics Technician for Industrial Systems or a comparable technical qualification.
- Completed training as an Electronics Technician for Industrial Systems or comparable qualification.
- Good understanding of technology.
- Experience or familiarity with electrical machines and systems.
- Strong technical interest.
- Ability to work with industrial electrical equipment.
- Willingness to work in a 3-shift system.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Reliable and responsible approach to work.
- Careful and structured working methods.
Preferred Qualifications
While the position is open to candidates who meet the minimum technical requirements, additional experience and skills can strengthen an application.
- Initial professional experience as an electronics technician.
- Knowledge of PLC programming.
- Experience with industrial automation.
- Experience troubleshooting automated production systems.
- Good English language skills.
- Experience with machine networking.
- Familiarity with ERP systems.
Work Schedule
This is a permanent full-time position requiring willingness to work within a 3-shift system.
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Work Type: Full-Time
- Shift: 3-Shift System
- Work Location: Eppingen-Richen, Germany
- Vacation: 30 days per year
Applicants should be prepared to work according to the operational requirements of a continuously operating industrial production environment.
Maintenance Team Responsibilities
The Electronics Technician will work as part of the maintenance team and collaborate with other technical specialists to maintain production equipment.
The position requires close cooperation between electrical and mechanical maintenance teams. The technician may support mechanics with electrical and electronic systems and coordinate with other trades working in the electrical field.
Production Availability
Maintaining maximum production availability is a key objective of the maintenance department. Regular inspections, preventive maintenance, quick fault diagnosis, and effective repairs help minimize equipment downtime.
The technician will contribute to identifying weaknesses in machines and electrical systems and help implement improvements that increase reliability and operational safety.
Workplace Safety
Electrical maintenance requires careful and structured working practices. The successful candidate should understand the importance of following appropriate safety procedures when inspecting, testing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems.
- Work carefully with electrical equipment.
- Follow applicable workplace safety procedures.
- Maintain awareness of electrical hazards.
- Perform technical work in a structured manner.
- Ensure electrical systems are operating safely.
- Report technical problems and safety concerns appropriately.
Personal Skills
GROPYUS is looking for a reliable and technically interested professional who can work independently while also contributing to a collaborative maintenance team.
- Technical curiosity and interest.
- Reliable and responsible working style.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Structured approach to technical tasks.
- Problem-solving ability.
- Teamwork skills.
- Ability to work under production-related pressure.
- Willingness to learn new technologies.
- Ability to identify technical weaknesses.
- Commitment to safe and efficient working practices.
Employee Benefits
GROPYUS offers a range of benefits designed to support employees professionally and personally.
- Permanent full-time employment contract.
- 30 vacation days.
- Company pension scheme.
- Language courses, including English and German.
- Employee discounts at selected sustainable brands.
- Support from external partners for mental well-being.
- Individual professional development opportunities.
- Opportunity to take personal responsibility for projects and solutions.
- International and diverse working environment.
Professional Development
GROPYUS encourages employees to take responsibility, develop solutions, test ideas, and implement improvements.
The company provides opportunities for employees to contribute to the development of new technologies and processes while working within an innovative construction and manufacturing environment.
International Work Environment
GROPYUS promotes an inclusive and diverse workplace with employees from more than 50 countries.
The company values different perspectives and believes that diversity can strengthen teamwork, innovation, and problem-solving. Employees are encouraged to become active contributors to the company’s mission of developing sustainable and affordable housing.
Why Join GROPYUS?
This role offers the opportunity to work with modern industrial technology in a highly automated production facility. The combination of electrical engineering, robotics, machine networking, PLC systems, and digitalized manufacturing provides an environment where technical professionals can expand their skills.
The position may be particularly attractive to electronics technicians who want to develop their careers in industrial automation and modern manufacturing.
Who This Job Is Best For
This opportunity may be a strong fit for candidates with an electrical or electronics background who are interested in industrial technology and automated production.
- Electronics technicians for industrial systems.
- Industrial electricians with relevant qualifications.
- Electrical maintenance technicians.
- Technicians with experience maintaining industrial machinery.
- Professionals interested in PLC and automation technology.
- Candidates with electrical troubleshooting experience.
- Technicians interested in machine networking.
- Professionals comfortable working shifts.
- Technically minded candidates seeking long-term employment.
Salary and Employment Details
The original job advertisement does not provide a specific salary range for this position. Compensation details should therefore be confirmed directly with GROPYUS during the recruitment process.
- Job Title: Electronics Technician for Industrial Engineering (m/f/d)
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Work Type: Full-Time
- Location: Eppingen-Richen, Germany
- Salary: Not specified
- Shift: 3-Shift System
- Vacation: 30 days
- Department: Maintenance / Industrial Engineering
Application Information
Interested candidates should review the employer’s current recruitment information and submit their application through the appropriate GROPYUS application channel.
Applicants should highlight relevant electronics or electrical qualifications, industrial maintenance experience, troubleshooting skills, PLC knowledge, machine networking experience, and willingness to work shifts.
Important Job Information
- Position: Electronics Technician for Industrial Engineering (m/f/d)
- Company: GROPYUS
- Location: Eppingen-Richen, Germany
- Employment: Permanent / Full-Time
- Salary: Not specified
- Shift: 3-Shift System
- Experience: First experience preferred
- Education: Electronics Technician for Industrial Systems or comparable qualification
- PLC Knowledge: Preferred
- English: Good English preferred
- Vacation: 30 days
- Benefits: Pension plan, language courses, employee discounts
- Work Environment: Highly automated industrial production facility
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