Electrical Engineer (m/f/d)
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Independently design, develop, and document electrical systems for aerospace ground support equipment, test systems, measurement equipment, and industrial control systems
- Create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, cable harnesses, and component libraries using ECAD software
- Select, specify, and validate electrical and electromechanical components, sensors, measurement devices, power supplies, and control hardware.
- Design, wire, assemble, and test control cabinets, power distribution systems, and electrical installations
- Support integration, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintenance of electrical systems and test equipment
- Perform electrical measurements, diagnostics, and root-cause analysis on systems up to 400 V
- Collaborate with mechanical, manufacturing, software, and test engineering teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
- Prepare technical documentation, manufacturing packages, bills of materials (BOMs), and test procedures
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on system reliability, safety, manufacturability, and performance
- Conduct soldering activities, including cable harness assembly, connector termination, PCB assembly, and prototype modifications
Basic Qualification
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent technical qualification
- Experience in the design and development of electrical systems, industrial equipment, or test and measurement systems.
- Proficiency with ECAD tools such as E3 Series, Capital, EPLAN, or similar.
- Ability to create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and electrical documentation
- Practical experience with control cabinets, power distribution systems, and electrical installations
- Knowledge of PLC systems and basic Siemens PLC programming
- Experience troubleshooting electrical systems up to 400 V
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and technical standards
- Hands-on experience with wiring, soldering, cable harness manufacturing, and electrical assembly
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Fluent English communication skills, both written and spoke
Desired Experience
- Experience in the aerospace, space, defense, or high-technology industry.
- Basic knowledge of mechanical CAD software such as Siemens NX, or comparable systems
- Experience with test benches, laboratory equipment, instrumentation, data acquisition, and measurement systems
- Knowledge of grounding, bonding, shielding, EMC/EMI protection, and signal integrity principles
- Familiarity with industrial communication protocols and automation systems
- Experience with electrical safety standards and compliance testing.
- German language skills
- Experience supporting prototype development, system integration, and qualification testing in an engineering environment
Benefits
- €50 monthly Spendit Card – because it’s the little extras that make a difference
- Christmas bonus on top
- Job bike leasing for a sporty and sustainable commute
- €60 gift for special occasions (birthday, wedding, birth of a child)
- Regular team events – from Christmas parties to adventure offsites
- 30 days of vacation to fully recharge
- Flexible working hours (flextime) to match your personal rhythm
- Free coffee, tea & water – fuel for big ideas
- Open, respectful feedback culture at eye level
- Personal development opportunities through trainings, coaching & language courses
- Buddy program with structured onboarding, including a welcome package
- A diverse and inspiring startup environment , where talented people from over 16 nations collaborate to build something extraordinary
- Hands-on involvement across end-to-end development processes in a fast-growing New Space startup
Location
Our location in Neuenstadt in the region of Heilbronn offers an ideal combination of rural charm and urban quality of life. Located in the heart of Baden-Württemberg, the region is characterized by its excellent traffic connections and diverse opportunities for leisure activities. Discover the advantages of this dynamic and liveable environment and benefit from a good work-life balance. 2023, Baden-Württemberg registered by far the most patents in Germany. A total of 16,000 people work in LR BW member companies and generate an annual turnover of around 5 billion euros - and the trend is rising. The strength of Baden-Württemberg's aerospace industry lies in the integrated value chain from the screw to the research satellite.
Equal Employment Opportunity
HyImpulse is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age or disability.
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