Senior Expert Mechanic Development
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 9, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 9, 2026. Körber scores A on the Alion truth index.
As a Senior Expert R&D - Mechanical Design, you will develop innovative mechanical assemblies and key components for the next generation of our sorting and logistics systems. You will contribute with your expertise from conveyor and sorting technology directly to new developments and design the entire development process from the initial idea to series production.
Your tasks
- Innovative product development: Independent development and mechatronic integration of complex mechanical assemblies and modules for postal logistics systems (e.g. high-performance sorters, diverting , gripper technology).
- 3D CAD design: Detailed modeling and design of components in Siemens NX (or a comparable high-end 3D CAD system), taking into account manufacturing, assembly and cost aspects (Design to Manufacture and Assembly).
- 2D derivation & interfaces: Creation of production-ready drawings, design adjustments and maintenance of interface plans.
- System & data integration: Creation and management of bills of materials (BOM), material master data and documents in the ERP system (SAP).
- Prototypes & verification: Supervision of test setups, support of strength and function tests on prototypes as well as their continuous further development.
- Interdisciplinary cooperation: Close exchange with software development, electrical engineering, testing as well as external manufacturing partners, suppliers and customers.
Your profile
- Education: Successfully completed university studies (Master's / Diploma) in the field of mechanical engineering or a comparable technical discipline.
- Professional experience: At least 3-4 years of professional experience in mechanical design / R&D in the field of postal logistics (e.g. parcel and letter sorting systems, intralogistics, material flow technology).
- CAD & Tools Expertise: Expert knowledge of Siemens NX (or a comparable 3D CAD system such as CATIA or ProE) as well as basic knowledge of AutoCAD.
- ERP skills: Practical experience in dealing with SAP and Teamcenter (e.g. PLM modules).
- Language skills: Fluent in written and spoken English (C1); German ideally basic knowledge (A2/B1) or the willingness to acquire it.
- Personality: Structured, analytical way of working, a high level of innovation and the ability to work in a team in an international R&D environment.
Your benefits
We combine the benefits of a medium-sized company with the advantages of a corporate group:
- A safe workplace in a growing, future-oriented industry
- Work in mixed mode: Home Office / On-site
- Clear rules for the on-site work mode
- Modern IT equipment at the workplace
- Working in an international environment
- International projects
- Additional benefits may vary depending on the country and location
Apply now and join our team!
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We value diversity and therefore welcome all applicants - regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic or social origin, religion/belief, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity, and any other protected status. You can find out more about our culture here Culture at Körber - it's worth taking a look!
This position is covered by the Collective Labour Agreement (Contracto Coletivo de Trabalho da FETESE).
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