Proof of Concept (PoC) Engineer (human) - Mobile Robots & Mobile Manipulation

About the role

\n\nYour Mission & ChallengesAs a Proof of Concept Engineer, you'll be doing fast short-period projects for the Business Units of Mobile Robots & Mobile Manipulation. • Commission, test, and deploy mobile robotic systems in customer and demonstration environments. • Configure robot navigation, maps, routes, missions, safety zones, and application workflows to create reliable robotic solutions. • Develop and realize applications that combine mobile robots with robotic manipulators. • Validate and optimize navigation and robotics software in real-world environments. • Support product development teams during commissioning, testing, and field validation. • Work closely with software, AI, hardware, fleet management, and project teams to turn ideas into working robotic applications. • Create documentation and troubleshooting guides to support commissioning, quality assurance, and customer acceptance. • Support customers and internal stakeholders during deployments, training sessions, and technical investigations. What We Can Look Forward To • A degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, Software Engineering, or a comparable field. • 2+ years of relevant work experience in robotics, application engineering, or a related technical field is preferred. • A problem-solving mindset with the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment, and a willingness to travel for customer deployments, demonstrations, and trade fairs. • Practical experience with mobile robots, AMRs, AGVs, or mobile manipulators is a plus. • Experience in commissioning customer-ready robotics or automation applications. • Good knowledge of at least one of the following: Python, C++, TwinCAT PLC, or industrial automation tools. • Hands-on mindset and strong ability to solve complex problems independently and systematically. • Experience with VDA5050, navigation, PLC, or Fleet management is a plus. • Very good English skills • German Driving License