About Us:
TOMRA is a global leader in the development of sensor-based sorting technologies and plays a key role in optimizing resource utilization. With over 7,400 installations in more than 100 countries, we are pioneers in the field of recycling and waste management. Our goal is to recover valuable materials from waste streams, contributing to a more sustainable future.
Why TOMRA?
At TOMRA, you will find more than just a job – you will have the opportunity to make a real difference. As an international, growing company with a family-like atmosphere, we offer you an environment where collaboration and innovation are encouraged. We rely on flat hierarchies where every opinion matters.
- Innovative Environment: Work in a future-oriented company that is a global leader in the field of recycling and waste management.
- Career Development: We support your growth and offer international opportunities.
- Global Presence: Be part of a team that operates worldwide and makes a real difference.
As an Application Engineer, you will work in the Test Center Recycling, which is part of the Technical Department. Your main responsibility is testing machines, software, and applications for TOMRA customers and other company departments.
You will conduct tests for potential and existing customers to demonstrate the performance of our machines. This also includes feasibility studies for brand owners and the validation of new prototypes and software versions. You will document and present the results to Sales, customers, and internal teams.
Additionally, you will support Sales in designing customer processes upon request and assist the local Manufacturing and Service teams when needed.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Preparation, operation and documentation of tests in the Test Center
- Summarizing and providing of test results to Sales and R&D
- Support of optimization on customer’s site for applications and machines
- Support of prototype testing
- Testing and evaluation of new applications
- A degree in waste management, disposal engineering, process engineering, environmental or recycling technology, or a related field
- Fluency in German and English (minimum B2 level)
- A hands-on mindset and willingness to work on-site in Mülheim-Kärlich daily
- A valid Class B driver’s license and willingness to travel internationally occasionally
- Strong technical affinity for optics, sensor technology, mechanics, and software
- An open and communicative personality with a customer-oriented approach
- A structured and precise working style, strong coordination skills, and analytical thinking
- A proactive, solution-driven mindset and the ability to work effectively in a team
What we provide you with:
💻 Laptop
📱 Company smartphone
🛠️ All necessary work equipment
🦺 Personal protective equipment (PPE), if required
What we offer:
🏖️ 30 vacation days
💼 Company pension plan & group accident insurance
🌍 International SOS – also for private use
⏰ Flexible working hours
👶 Flexible parental leave – helping you balance work and family life
📈 Participation opportunities through TOMRA shares
🛍️ Employee discounts in the TOMRA online shop
🚴 (E-)bike leasing
🏋️ Support with gym memberships
📚 A wide range of training opportunities & individual development programs
🤝 Coaching options for your personal and professional growth
Interested?
If you’re excited about becoming part of our team and want to make a difference with us, we look forward to receiving your application! (Please submit in English.)
Application Process: We will review applications throughout the posting period and expect to start first-round interviews from late July 2026 onwards.
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*Tomra does not differentiate on the basis of gender, race or ethnicity, religion, color, sexual orientation or identity, disability, age and other protected statuses as given by applicable law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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Skills Required
- Degree in waste management, disposal engineering, process engineering, environmental or recycling technology, or related field
- Fluency in German and English (minimum B2 level)
- Willingness to work on-site in Mulheim-Karlich daily
- Valid Class B driver's license and willingness to travel internationally occasionally
- Strong technical affinity for optics, sensor technology, mechanics, and software
- Hands-on mindset and practical approach to testing and support
- Structured and precise working style with strong coordination skills and analytical thinking
- Open, communicative, customer-oriented personality and ability to work effectively in a team
Tomra Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Tomra and has not been reviewed or approved by Tomra.
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Healthcare Strength — Feedback suggests comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supportive mental health and disability options, and low employee premium shares in some locations. This breadth and affordability are viewed as a strong part of the total rewards package.
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Retirement Support — A company-sponsored retirement plan with matching contributions is highlighted as a core benefit that supports long-term savings. This foundation adds stability to the overall compensation offering.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Share Purchase Program enables broad participation with bonus or matching share mechanics tied to holding periods. This structure makes ownership more accessible and can enhance total compensation over time.
Tomra Insights
What We Do
TOMRA was founded on an innovation in 1972 that began with the design, manufacturing and sale of reverse vending machines (RVMs) for automated collection of used beverage containers. Today TOMRA provides technology-led solutions that enable the circular economy with advanced collection and sorting systems that optimize resource recovery and minimize waste in the food, recycling and mining industries.
