Automation Engineer (m/f/d)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 4, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 29, 2026. BASF scores A on the Alion truth index.
WELCOME
If you're someone who inspires others, owns their impact and wants to elevate what they do, you'll fit right in.
Until July 1, our business was part of BASF. As part of the current transition, all job listings and the application process are still hosted on the BASF platform and therefore fully presented in BASF branding.
Please do not be confused by this: All roles are positions at Surventis, and your application will be submitted to us.
At Surventis, we go beyond the surface - in everything we do. We put customers at the center, think one step ahead, and develop solutions that create real value and lasting partnerships.
We inspire each other to think further, take ownership of our work, and constantly push to elevate what's possible. If you bring your full self, challenge the obvious answer, and want to grow with a team that means it - this is your place.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
As part of our Global Technology Digitalization & Automation unit, you join an international team that drives digitalization and automation initiatives across the global Coatings business. Together, we develop global standards and technologies that enable innovation and operational excellence in our laboratories worldwide.
- In this role, you implement and continuously improve automation solutions across the full system lifecycle - from system integration and development through to operation and optimization.
- You develop and maintain software components, including frontend, backend, and interfaces, and integrate measurement devices, robots as well as PLC-controlled systems into digital workflows.
- Furthermore, you contribute to the evolution of automation towards data-driven and intelligent solutions by evaluating, conceptualizing and implementing Computer Vision, Machine Learning and AI use cases to enhance automation capabilities.
- Additionally, you independently drive automation projects, manage stakeholders, and coordinate with global teams to ensure effective communication and alignment across regions and functions.
- You manage requirements for new automation systems and coordinate implementation activities with internal and external stakeholders.
- Finally, you commission automation systems and support system rollouts at local and global sites.
WHAT YOU OFFER
- master's degree in automation engineering, mechatronics or a closely related field
- practical experience in industrial automation, software development, and system integration
- solid knowledge in several of the following areas: C++ development, PLC, motion control, industrial robot programming, Python development, Computer Vision, database systems (e.g. PostgreSQL), REST APIs (e.g. curl, Bruno), Machine Learning, and AI
- very good language skills in German and English
- confident in using standard Microsoft Office applications
WHAT WE OFFER
- We offer an attractive salary with individual benefits such as performance-related bonuses. Company-funded supplementary health insurance, accident insurance and pension related benefits
- We offer a wide range of local and global development and career opportunities for professional and personal development
- Surventis stands for diversity - we are proud of our Coatings employee networks WomenInCoatings, Color Pride and CultiConnect
- The feedback culture is firmly integrated into our corporate culture, e.g. through regular employee surveys and management feedback
- At our location in Münster, we have our own fitness studio "Freizeit" with a physiotherapy practice, permanently employed company doctors, a company restaurant "Auszeit" including a café bar, a bilingual company daycare center "LackiKids" and a vacation program "LackiKids on Tour".
HOW TO REACH US
- Julia Kiersch (Talent Acquisition), [email protected], Tel: +49 30 2005-59139 will be happy to answer your questions for this position.
ABOUT US
Learn more about our company here.
Diversity is our greatest strength!
Become a part of our winning formula for success and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces inclusion and equal opportunities irrespective of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or belief.