Freelance Electrical Designer – Plant & Machinery (EPLAN Focus)
Location: Remote/hybrid – occasional onsite presence in Saxony.
Contract Type: Freelance (Projektbasiert)
Start: ASAP or upon agreement
Sector: High-tech machinery & surface engineering systems
About the Project
Join a dynamic engineering environment focused on the design and development of vacuum-based machinery for advanced surface treatments. This is a freelance role suited for an experienced electrical designer who thrives on technical autonomy and cross-functional collaboration.
Your Responsibilities
* Independently create electrical designs and technical documentation for plant and special machinery
* Develop and maintain EPLAN project structures and schematics
* Collaborate closely with sales and procurement teams on technical clarifications
* Support inspection and quality checks for control cabinets from external vendors (remote or occasional on-site)
What You Bring
* Degree or certification in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or a similar technical discipline
* Proficient in EPLAN P8; experience with EPLAN Fluid and ProPanel is a plus
* Sound knowledge of EMC-compliant electrical design
* Basic familiarity with Siemens S7/TIA and Beckhoff systems (incl. Profibus/Profinet)
* Strong communication, self-management, and remote-collaboration skills
* German (B2+) and English proficiency