Johnson Electric

Systems Integration 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 Integration Engineer, you will focus on integrating components into complete systems, ensuring compatibility and seamless operation. Your role includes hands-on testing, troubleshooting, and validating system performance through bench and vehicle-level integration. You’ll work across mechanical, electrical, and software domains to deliver advanced hydraulic systems for automotive applications.

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 with focus on motor, electronics and software subsystems, 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 teams

Our requirements:

  • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Embedded systems, Mechatronics or related fields

  • Previous experience in similar roles is considered as a plus; fresh graduates are welcome to apply.

  • Extensive knowledge and experience of electromechanical systems

  • Experience with BLDC motor controller HW design, circuit analysis and microprocessors for BLDC control applications

  • Experience with CAN, LIN communication protocols

  • Knowledge of Functional Safety, Cyber security is a plus

  • Knowledge of V-Model development processes and ASPICE is a plus

  • Practical experience with electronic test equipment and Vector Hardware are considered as a plus

  • 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.