Mechatronics Engineer Sustainable Infrastructure - Tires

We are looking for a passionate Mechatronics Engineer to join our team and help drive the transformation of industrial infrastructure through automation, digitalization, energy efficiency, and sustainability .

This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of Industry 4.0 technologies, smart infrastructure systems, and sustainability initiatives , contributing directly to operational excellence and cost optimization.

You will combine technical expertise in automation and industrial data systems with a growing focus on energy performance, sustainability reporting, and renewable energy initiatives. Your work will directly support better decision-making through reliable infrastructure data, increased transparency, and measurable sustainability outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Infrastructure Automation, Digitalization & Supplier Management (50%)

• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve automation and monitoring solutions for industrial infrastructure and utility systems for high efficiency and cost saving.
• Support and optimize PLC/SCADA-based platforms, including Siemens S7-1500 controllers, HMI applications, and industrial communication networks.
• Enhance data acquisition and integration from utilities, metering systems, building management systems, PLCs, and energy monitoring platforms.
• Design and improve dashboards, reports, and data visualization tools to increase operational transparency and support business decisions.
• Diagnose and resolve automation, communication, and data-related issues while driving sustainable long-term solutions.
• Evaluate and coordinate automation projects, balancing internal capabilities, external resources, costs, risks, and implementation timelines.
• Manage external suppliers and integrators involved in programming, commissioning, troubleshooting, and system upgrades.
• Ensure technical specifications, deliverables, and acceptance criteria are clearly defined and successfully achieved.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to utilities and infrastructure systems, including HVAC, compressed air, steam, water, and electrical distribution.

Energy Data, Green Certificates & Sustainability Programs (50%)

• Support Green Certificates and renewable energy initiatives through data preparation, documentation management, evidence collection, and stakeholder coordination.
• Collect, validate, and analyze energy consumption data across electricity, gas, steam, water, compressed air, and other utility systems.
• Support internal and external audits by providing accurate documentation, structured datasets, and technical evidence.
• Contribute to sustainability reporting activities, KPI management, energy performance tracking, and improvement plans.
• Collaborate with authorities, consultants, auditors, utility providers and internal stakeholders for reporting accuracy.
• Translate technical and energy-related information into clear business insights, improvement opportunities, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Improve data quality, reliability and transparency to support sustainability and investment decisions.
• Support projects focused on energy efficiency, renewable energy integration and infrastructure optimization.

Collaboration & Exposure

In this role, you will work closely with multidisciplinary teams including for example

• Utilities & Infrastructure
• Electrical Engineering
• HVAC & Facilities
• Sustainability
• Purchasing
• Finance & Controlling
• Corporate Functions
• External Suppliers, Consultants, Auditors, and Authorities

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• The position offers broad organizational exposure and the opportunity to influence both operational performance and sustainability strategy

What We Are Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechatronics, Automation, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Energy Engineering, Computer Science or a related field.
• Understanding of industrial automation systems, PLCs, SCADA platforms, industrial communication protocols and data acquisition systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to connect technical solutions to business outcomes.
• Structured approach to data management, documentation and project follow-up.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• English proficiency (minimum B2).
• Nice to Have
• Experience with Siemens S7-1500, SCADA systems, SQL databases, Power BI, or similar reporting and analytics tools.
• Exposure to energy management systems, utilities engineering, sustainability reporting or Green Certificates processes.
• Knowledge of industrial infrastructure systems, including HVAC, compressed air, steam, water, or electrical networks.
• Experience working with external suppliers and technical service providers.

What we offer

• 13th salary
• Performance bonus
• Christmas & Easter bonus
• Seniority bonus
• Flexible working time;
• Home office;
• Competitive salaries & benefits;
• Health & wellness (Life Assurance, Private Health and Dental Insurance, Sport activities, Canteen, 24/7 Helpline with Psychologists etc.);
• Different discounts (tires, glasses, medical, shopping, etc.)
• Relocation bonus for non-Timisoara Residents
• Professional development opportunities (in Technical and Leadership Areas);
• International Work Environment & Traveling Opportunities.

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