Johnson Electric

Systems Engineer

Germany, Aachen Full time

Come Innovate Motion with us

Johnson Electric Aachen is a globally operating company of the Johnson Electric Group. In our Aachen development center, our team works in the development of hydraulic systems and sintered metal applications for the automotive industry and industrial applications.

As a Systems Engineer, you will support global project teams in designing system architecture, managing requirements, and performing component and system testing. Working in a cross-functional team, you’ll help develop integrated mechatronic systems for automotive applications, combining hydraulic systems with motors, controllers, and software. You will also contribute to process improvements and testing through bench and vehicle integration.

This opportunity is initially available on a two year fixed-term contract with the potential to transition to a permanent arrangement.

 Your Responsibilities will be to:

  • Develop mechatronic systems according to the V-Model in compliance with automotive standards

  • Understand system requirements on a multi-disciplinary level, define sub-systems and interfaces

  • Coordinate with global expert teams

  • Design and develop systems and system architectures based on customer requirements and for internal development activities

  • Support in defining the testing strategy and scope and support testing and validation on system and integration level

  • Work closely with customer and inter-company development team

Our requirements:

  • Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering or related fields

  • Relevant experience of ideally 2-3 years in a similar position

  • Proficiency in reading technical drawings and ability to create, interpret schematics and diagrams

  • Able to navigate in CAD systems and able to understand FEA and CFD results

  • Practical experience in mechanical and hydraulic systems

  • Solid experience in common development tools (e.g. Matlab, Simulink)

  • Familiarity with tools which manage requirements (e.g. Doors, Helix) is a plus

  • Solid understanding of physical principles

  • Excellent team player with a proactive, hands-on attitude, strong communication and problem-solving skills

  • Proficiency in English (both spoken and written), while proficiency in German is highly preferred

What we offer:

  • Top-industry compensation and benefits package

  • Work-life balance: through flexible working hours and 6 weeks of vacation

  • The opportunity to develop your professional skills thanks to the wide range of products we manufacture

  • Modern workspaces, good transport connections, free parking in the car park, health promotion, business bike, company pension scheme, regular company events, company football, and much more

Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team


Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.