Junior Project Engineer (m/f/d) Digital Manufacturing

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Darmstadt, Hessen, DEU
In-Office
Junior
Food • Manufacturing
The Role
Supports digital transformation projects in manufacturing, from prototyping through implementation and rollout. Identifies process improvements, develops and validates digital solutions, evaluates emerging technologies, and supports pilot initiatives and business cases. Owns work packages and smaller projects while documenting progress and communicating with production, engineering, IT, business stakeholders, and end users. Requires practical coding experience, manufacturing or shopfloor knowledge, and fluent English.
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Company Description

We are a global producer, marketer and provider of technology-driven natural ingredients, ingredient systems and integrated solutions for the global food, beverage and life science & nutrition industry. We are all about mastering sensory experience and nutritional performance. 

We offer exceptional opportunities for passionate people who want to shape the future of nutrition in an entrepreneurial and impact-driven environment. Here, you have the freedom to take ownership and to thrive both professionally and personally. Be part of a highly committed team with a clear purpose: at Döhler, smart ideas have a way of becoming great products. ​

​​Together, we bring ideas to life.

Job Description

Your Impact in This Role:

  • Contribute to digital transformation projects on the shopfloor from concept and prototyping through to implementation and rollout
  • Identify improvement opportunities in manufacturing processes and translate them into practical, scalable digital solutions
  • Develop, test, validate, and implement prototypes and digital solutions in close collaboration with production, engineering, IT, and business stakeholders
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and digital tools, contribute to pilot initiatives, and support the preparation of business cases for investment decisions
  • Leverage modern AI-supported development approaches to accelerate prototyping, validate ideas quickly, and bring promising concepts into operation
  • Take ownership of defined work packages, smaller initiatives, or pilot projects, ensuring structured execution, documentation, and transparent communication
  • Support change and adoption by communicating project goals, progress, and results to relevant stakeholders and end users

Qualifications

Your Profile: 

  • Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Automation, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
  • First practical experience in digitalization, automation, manufacturing IT, industrial engineering, or shopfloor-related projects
  • Good understanding of manufacturing processes, shopfloor operations, or industrial environments; hands-on experience is an advantage
  • Strong technical affinity with practical coding experience, for example with Python, APIs, IIoT, databases, or similar technologies
  • Passion for digital technologies, innovation, and solving real-world industrial challenges
  • Proactive mindset with the ability to take ownership of defined tasks, work packages, or smaller projects
  • Good communication skills and confidence in working with stakeholders across different functions
  • Fluent in English; German language skills are an advantage

Additional Information

What We Offer:

  • Work with passion: ​We create an environment where passion meets profession. Meaningful work and positive energy inspire people to give their best and make lasting contribution to our shared success.
  • Take ownership: ​We empower you to take ownership and share your ideas. Whatever your role, you have the opportunity to show initiative and make an impact.
  • Grow your way: ​With flexible development opportunities across departments and a global team, you can broaden your skills, discover new strengths and actively shape your career path. ​ ​
  • Thrive in a global environment: ​Join an international team bringing together multiple cultures, languages and perspectives to spark new ideas and inspiration. Through global collaboration, you expand your horizon both professionally and personally.  ​
  • The team always wins: ​We build real connections and grow together. By sharing knowledge and valuing each other’s strengths, we create a culture where trust and team play lead to shared success.  ​

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Equal Opportunities for All

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds regardless of age, ancestry, disability, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity or expression, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, social background or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.​
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A good match starts with shared values. Complete our Culture Fit Challenge to find out how well your mindset aligns with the way we work.

Does it feel like a fit? Then apply through our online career portal and attach it to your application. Please note that we are unable to consider or return application documents sent by post.

Skills Required

  • Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Automation, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
  • First practical experience in digitalization, automation, manufacturing IT, industrial engineering, or shopfloor-related projects
  • Understanding of manufacturing processes, shopfloor operations, or industrial environments
  • Practical coding experience with technologies such as Python, APIs, IIoT, or databases
  • Passion for digital technologies, innovation, and solving real-world industrial challenges
  • Proactive mindset and ability to take ownership of tasks, work packages, or smaller projects
  • Good communication skills and confidence working with cross-functional stakeholders
  • Fluent English
  • Hands-on experience in manufacturing or industrial environments
  • German language skills
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The Company
HQ: Darmstadt
10,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1838

What We Do

Döhler is a global producer, marketer and technology-driven provider of natural ingredients, ingredient systems and integrated solutions. It serves the food, beverage, life science and nutrition industries. Its employees work across science, technology and innovation; the company reports more than 10,000 employees, including 1,000 in research and development, who are committed to making customers successful with its natural ingredient and integrated-solution offerings.

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