Application Engineer* Recycling

Company Description

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.

Job Description

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
• Support for training of Service and Sales
• Serve as a contact for questions concerning applications
• Could be asked for additional assignments if the circumstances should require it
• Support of projects with Universities and RnD institutions if required
• Acts as a guide for Field Service Engineers before, during and after installation or the integration of new applications

Qualifications

• A degree in waste management, disposal engineering, process engineering, environmental or recycling technology, or a related field
• Excellent German and English language skills
• Willingness to travel internationally occasionally
• A valid Class B driver's license
• Daily on-site work in Mülheim-Kärlich required
• Enjoys hands-on work
• Open and communicative personality
• Strong affinity for optics, sensor technology, mechanics, and software
• Accurate and systematic working style with good coordination skills, analytical thinking, and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
• Customer-oriented communication skills

Additional Information

Will be made available to you: A laptop, a mobile phone, as well as the necessary tools and PPE (personal protective equipment).

Your benefits

• 30 days annual leave;
• Supported company pension scheme;
• Supported group accident insurance;
• International SOS for private use;
• Flexible working hours;
• Opportunity to purchase TOMRA shares;
• Employee benefit discounts for TOMRA Online Shop;
• Company (e-) bike leasing;
• Gym membership coverage support;
• Professional and personal development: learning on the job, specialized course, conferences etc.;
• Coaching opportunities - Individual Development Programs;

Interested? 

Please send your CV in English.

*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.

Most important – it’s a match!

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