Senior Mechatronics Integration Engineer - Automation (f/m/d)

We see the potential inside everything and everyone. Starting with you.

Orbem uses AI to industrialize MRI, delivering non-invasive insight into everything from fruits to eggs to the human body. We are transforming what is becoming the world’s largest biological dataset into actionable intelligence to reduce waste, increase quality, and accelerate the shift toward a more sustainable and healthier future.

Headquartered and founded in Munich, Germany, with an office now in Houston, Texas, our world-class team is scaling inside-out technology to transform how humanity sees and understands biological matter.

Help us see what’s possible. Join us.

Senior Mechatronics Integration Engineer (f/m/d)

• Start date: as soon as possible

• Yearly Salary: €70,000 - €75,000 (fixed range, annual gross)

• ESOP: €20,000 - €40,000

• Benefits: Up to €5,000 annually

• Work model: Full-time, hybrid (based in Munich)

Your role

You - literally - build our products. You define requirements specs, drawings and test scenarios for our product components. You work closely with our suppliers and software teams to evaluate prototypes and define the final product components.

Your day to day

As a member of our System Engineering and Integration team, you enable compliant and reliable AI-powered MRI solutions. By leveraging your diligence and excellent at problem-solving skills, you unlock the next stage of our products by:

• Defining technical requirements for system components

• Collaborating closely with our suppliers and internal teams on the best solutions

• Testing early-stage prototypes and final solutions according to the requirements

• Driving the documentation in alignment with international standards

Your experiences and skills

Fit to our values

• We own every challenge: we enjoy complexity and thrive under uncertainty

• We strive for better: we seize any opportunity for growth and challenge the status quo. We are constantly learning and improving

• We imagine new frontiers: we think beyond ‘doable’ and ‘reasonable’. We design a sustainable and healthy future together

Mechatronics

• You have hands-on experience with industrial automation systems.

• You have experience in CAD design for polymers and metal components (preferably with AutoDesk Fusion) and proven ability to apply DFM principles.

• You are able to bridge the gap between mechanical, software and electronics engineering.

• You know how to define requirements and engineering test protocols.

Automation

• Solid experience with electrical components (PLCs, servos, sensors, power supplies, etc.) for industrial control panels.

• Design and develop complete electrical schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams using tools like EPLAN Electric

• Expertise in fieldbus communication protocols (Profinet, EtherCAT)

What makes you stand out from other candidates

Technology affine

• You have experience in building prototypes and elevating concepts to pilots and products.

• You can act as a technical point of contact for suppliers, evaluating their capabilities, negotiating specifications, and solving technical issues that arise during production.

• You have experience guiding and training junior engineers, demonstrating a commitment to team growth.

• You have worked prior with medical imaging technologies and can quickly grasp the product's unique requirements

• You understand the full product lifecycle, from design to installation in the customer's environment. 

Beyond education

• You speak German and English fluently.

• You are a teamplayer and open communicator.

• You are excited to contribute to a sustainable product. 

What we offer

International Environment: Join a team with 40+ nationalities across 5 continents, all driven by a shared purpose: shedding light on the world’s toughest challenges.

Attractive Compensation Package:

• Stock Options: Share in Orbem’s success.

• Visa & Relocation Support: Seamless support for your move to Germany.

• Learning & Development: €1,750 annual budget for personal growth.

• Fitness Membership: Access to Urban Sports Club or Wellpass.

• Childcare Reimbursement: Support for Kita/Kindergarten fees.

• Deutschland Ticket: Full coverage of public transportation.

Work-Life Integration:

• Flexible Hours & Home Office: Work when and where it suits you.

• WFH Perks: Get €185 to upgrade your home office + a sleek external monitor on us!

• 30 Days Paid Leave: Plenty of time to recharge.

• Personal Leave: Flexibility for life’s important moments.

• Work from Anywhere: Experience new cultures and environments for up to 60 days per year.

Make a Difference: Join an ambitious, fast-growing team working on breakthrough technology. In our scale-up environment, you’ll have the freedom to lead your projects and make an impact. We provide a platform for you to explore, innovate, and define your vision for the future. At Orbem, we’re committed to helping you discover your strengths, and while we aim to teach you, we also want to learn from you.

Your team

As a Senior Mechatronics Integration Engineer, you become part of our diverse and international team. Learn more about the team members, their work, and challenges here: www.orbem.ai 

At Orbem, we're committed to building a smart, diverse team, and we recognize that self-doubt can prevent talented individuals from applying. If you feel you don't meet every requirement, we'd love to hear from you anyway!