Mechatronics Service Technician

Responsibilities

• Perform regular maintenance on industrial centrifuges, specifically decanters and separators, at customer sites across Germany
• Execute commissioning of machines in new installations or during plant conversions
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and control system malfunctions as a first responder
• Integrate company control systems into customer plant controls, including interface testing
• Collaborate with international product specialists and internal networks to solve complex technical issues
• Support digitalization strategies by contributing to the development of remote service capabilities via mobile apps
• Provide technical consultation to customers regarding the product portfolio and suitable Alfa Laval solutions
• Document service assignments and coordinate follow-up activities with the internal service team

Requirements

• Technical or electro-mechanical vocational training (e.g., Mechatronics) with practical experience
• Strong knowledge of electrical and control engineering
• Proficiency with Siemens TIA Portal, ABB frequency converters, and B&R control systems
• Experience with software installation, hardware configuration, and PN/PN-coupler data exchange
• Ability to configure Profinet networks, including IP addressing and basic settings
• High degree of independence, initiative, and strong communication skills
• Fluency in both German and English (written and spoken)
• Willingness to travel extensively throughout Germany (averaging 3 hotel stays per week)

Benefits

• Company car (mid-range) available for both professional and private use (e.g., EU holidays)
• 35-hour work week with paid overtime or compensatory time off
• 30 days of annual leave
• Attractive salary package including holiday and Christmas bonuses per metal industry tariffs
• Access to fitness studios, sports courses, and swimming pools via Urban Sports
• Bicycle leasing through Jobrad and access to company holiday apartments on the Baltic Sea
• Opportunities for professional development and free English language courses

About the Company

Alfa Laval is a global leader in heat transfer, separation, and fluid handling. We develop technologies that promote progress in vital sectors such as energy, food, water, and shipping. With a 140-year history and a "start-up culture," we focus on creating a more sustainable and resource-efficient world through innovation and pioneering solutions.