Global Industrial Engineer - Control Engineering

Ready to take on meaningful challenges and shape the next generation of mobility?

Joining OPmobility means stepping into a global group with a purpose to keep people and goods moving safely, smarter, and sustainably everywhere.

About the Role

As a Global Industrial Engineer for Control Engineering, you will drive the industrialization and implementation of control systems within Electronics and Micro-Assembly manufacturing. Working closely with R&D, Industrialization, Production, and external suppliers, you will support new product introductions, develop automation solutions, and ensure efficient, standardized, and scalable manufacturing processes across global sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead the industrialization and deployment of control systems for new products and manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability from the early development phase.
• Develop and implement control systems for assembly and testing applications, including dispensing, screwing, riveting, and related automation technologies.
• Coordinate equipment development, supplier activities, system testing, validation, and commissioning.
• Troubleshoot, optimize, and continuously improve existing control systems and manufacturing equipment.
• Support production, maintenance, and operations teams with technical expertise.
• Drive automation, standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing sites.
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and deliverables while ensuring compliance with company and industry standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Automation, Mechatronics, Electrical, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in technical or production-related project coordination within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of electronics manufacturing processes, including SMT and reflow soldering.
• Strong expertise in industrial control systems, automation, robotics, and motion control.
• Experience with PLC programming (preferably Beckhoff and Siemens) and industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, Profibus, and Ethernet/IP.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and P&IDs.
• Proficiency in MS Office, MS Project, and SAP; CAD knowledge (AutoCAD, SolidWorks) is an advantage.
• Strong project management, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Self-driven and proactive, with the ability to work effectively in an international environment.
• Willingness to travel internationally (up to 30%).

Benefits

• Performance bonuses;
• 5 weeks of vacation;
• Flexible working hours;
• Possibility to work from home;
• Cafeteria system (benefit program);
• Company events;
• Transport allowance;
• Contribution to pension / life insurance;
• Training and development courses;
• Subsidized meals in company canteen;

At OPmobility, people truly matter. We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.

Innovation is therefore not a buzzword, but a natural part of everyday work. You’ll grow in an international environment where cutting-edge technologies, industrial excellence, and real-world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s automotive industry.

Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle, OPmobility, known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium, has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility. Today, OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems, the integration of complex modules, technologies related to energy storage, hydrogen and electrification, and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions.

With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories, 40 R&D centers, and nearly 38,100 employees across 28 countries, OPmobility combines global scale with local impact. All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition.