Automation Engineer - Production (m/f/d)

As an Automation Engineer (m/f/d), you will actively shape the transition from manual manufacturing processes to scalable, automated production. You will design, program, and operate automation solutions, integrate machinery and digital systems, and ensure stable and efficient workflows in the production environment. With your technical expertise and process understanding, you will play a key role in sustainably improving quality, safety, and productivity.

You will report directly to the Team Lead Competence Center and work closely with interdisciplinary teams such as Production, Quality, Procurement, and Development to implement innovative automation concepts. From day one, you will take ownership of your area of responsibility and contribute to the continuous improvement of processes, standards, and technologies. At the same time, you will have the freedom to optimize existing structures and introduce new solutions for a future-oriented, digitalized production environment.

What is your Day to Day Mission:

• Analyze existing production processes, identify automation potential, and derive practical improvements

• Develop, program, and commission PLC, HMI, and SCADA solutions to increase efficiency and scalability

• Collaborate closely with Production, Quality, and Development teams in the introduction of new technologies and systems

• Ensure stability, safety, and continuous optimization of automated systems during ongoing operations

• Contribute to the digitalization of manufacturing (Industry 4.0, machine connectivity, data integration)

• Establish and further develop standards and best practices for automation and process safety

• Train colleagues to build automation expertise across the team

What you bring to the team:

• Degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a comparable qualification with relevant practical experience

• Solid knowledge of PLC programming, HMI/SCADA systems, and experience with industrial networks and automation standards

• Strong analytical thinking, structured problem-solving, and a responsible working style, even in complex project situations

• Team-oriented communication skills, ability to collaborate in interdisciplinary projects, and fluency in both German and English

• Motivation to contribute new technologies (e.g., robotics, Industry 4.0, IT/DevOps), optimize processes, and actively share knowledge within the team

Why Quantum-Systems:

• We believe in the power of combined efforts: straightforward tech expertise paired with a customer-centric focus.

• We are industry pioneers who are ambitious, bold, and visionary.

• We push limits, think outside-the-box and strive for technological excellence to shape the future of aerial data.

• We promise to be your runway for individual and professional growth.

Our benefits:

• Company pension scheme: We support you so that you can already make provisions for later.

• Flexible working hours: With trust-based working hours, you are not only responsible for your working hours, but also for your work-life balance.

• Mobile working: If it gets too turbulent for you in our office, you can get the necessary balance through mobile working.

• Bike-Leasing: We support you in staying environmentally mobile and healthy.

• Corporate Benefits: Your opportunity for attractive offers and discounts from well-known suppliers and brands, e.g. Adidas, Apple, Expedia.

• Employee events: We not only want to grow together, but also celebrate our successes together.

• Lunch-Card: Be powerful with delicious energy, daily lunch budget is sponsored.

• Company Shuttle: Enjoy our convenient shuttle service that picks you up from Pasing in Munich and brings you to our location, with return trips at the end of the workday.

About us:

Quantum Systems specialises in the development, design, and production of small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS). The company’s range of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) sUAS are built to maximize range and versatility and to provide operators with a seamless user experience. By integrating cutting-edge software capabilities, like edge computing and real-time AI-powered data processing, Quantum Systems is building next-generation UAS for clients in defence, security, public sectors.

Our commitment:

We are an open-minded company that not only values diversity, but actively promotes it. Regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation or disability, we firmly believe that the diversity of our employees is an essential part of our success.

At our company, every voice is heard and every perspective is valued. We believe that our differences enrich us and help us to find creative solutions and generate innovative ideas. We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment where all employees can reach their full potential.