Lead Simulation Engineer (m/f/d)

SL Rasch

IHRE AUFGABEN Engineering Design, Systems Integration, and Development * Lead and coordinate the integrated development of mechanical systems, ensuring alignment between mechanical, structural, and electrical/control disciplines. * Define mechanical system concepts, requirements, and performance criteria, coordinating detailed design development through internal teams and external engineering partners. * Define mechanical interface requirements and coordinate with civil and structural engineers regarding loads, tolerances, deflections, connection details, and installation constraints. * Evaluate mechanical designs against performance, safety, maintainability, and constructability requirements. * Review, technically verify, and validate supplier and external partner designs, calculations, and shop drawings for compliance with project requirements, interfaces, and constructability. * Act as the mechanical lead within project teams, providing guidance and technical direction. * Coordinate mechanical activities across internal disciplines and external partners. * Support the gradual build-up of an internal mechanical engineering capability, subject to workload and project pipeline. * Contribute to defining future workflows, role profiles, and interface standards for mechanical engineering. External Engineering & Supplier Coordination * Define mechanical system scopes, interfaces, deliverables, and performance requirements for outsourced engineering partners and suppliers. * Identify, evaluate, and recommend suitable external engineering offices, manufacturers, and technology partners. * Technically steer and coordinate external partners to ensure timely, compliant, and integrated design delivery. * Review, challenge, and verify externally produced calculations, drawings, and specifications. * Ensure all externally developed mechanical content is fully coordinated with architectural, structural, and electrical documentation. Collaboration and Coordination * Coordinate closely with structural, electrical, and automation teams to ensure all systems function as one integrated solution. * Manage interfaces with electrical and control systems, including automation, sensors, limit switches, safety interlocks, power supply, and cabling routes. * Act as the main technical point of contact for mechanical system integration with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders. * Coordinate with suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors, addressing technical queries (RFIs), design changes, and interface issues. * Act as the primary mechanical systems interface between internal disciplines and external engineering partners. Installation Supervision and Site Support  * Provide technical oversight and coordination of mechanical installation and assembly activities, ensuring adherence to approved designs, method statements, and safety requirements. * Support preparation and review of lifting plans, installation sequences, and alignment and tolerance verification procedures. * Perform QA/QC inspections, monitor workmanship quality, and manage punch lists and corrective actions. * Coordinate contractors and site teams to ensure installation activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project schedules. Commissioning, Testing, and Handover * Support commissioning activities, including functional testing, load testing (where applicable), and safety validation of movable systems in coordination with suppliers and specialist partners. * Ensure proper documentation of test results, approvals, and compliance checks. * Prepare and review handover documentation, including operation and maintenance manuals, as-built drawings, and training materials. * Support client and operator training during handover phases. Quality Assurance, Compliance, and Reporting * Ensure all mechanical systems comply with applicable standards, regulations, safety requirements, and client specifications. * Produce clear and structured technical documentation and reports for internal teams and clients. * Maintain traceability of design decisions, changes, and approvals throughout the project lifecycle. IHR PROFIL Required Skills and Experience * Solid mechanical engineering fundamentals with practical understanding of moving structures, drives, and electromechanical systems. * Proven ability to coordinate, integrate, and technically validate mechanical systems delivered by external specialists. * Proven site experience supervising installation and assembly works, including contractor coordination and quality control. * Ability to assess mechanical designs with respect to performance, safety, maintainability, and constructability. * Strong communication skills and ability to produce clear technical documentation and reports. * Confidence in reviewing, questioning, and verifying third-party engineering outputs without being the primary specialist designer. Preferred / Nice to Have * Experience with retractable roofs, movable bridges, large doors or gates, cranes and hoists, automated industrial systems, or similar heavy mechanical installations. * Knowledge of automation and control system integration, including PLC concepts, sensors, interlocks, and fail-safe design principles. * Familiarity with relevant engineering standards and safety practices, including machine safety, lifting and rigging coordination, and QA/QC processes. * Arabic and/or English proficiency, with the ability to work in international project environments and with global suppliers. Typical Professional Education / Certifications * BSc or MSc in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Industrial Engineering with a strong mechanical focus. * Preferred: specialization or proven experience in machine design, mechatronics integration, heavy machinery, or structural–mechanical interfaces. Typical Additional Certifications (Optional but Valuable) * Project leadership or project management training (PM fundamentals; PMP or PRINCE2 beneficial for senior roles). * Machine safety or functional safety awareness (e.g., risk assessment, interlocks; TÜV or IEC-related exposure advantageous where applicable). * Site supervision or construction safety (HSE) certification. * Vendor or industry training related to drives, hydraulics, gearboxes, bearings, and automation systems.

Thoughtworks

Principal data architects at Thoughtworks play a key part in developing modern data architecture approaches to meet business objectives and provide end-to-end data solutions.  They are responsible for enabling clients and Thoughtworks teams to align on outcomes that support the vision painted by data strategists. They lead the design and architecture of the initiatives which are key to delivery of solutions to budget and timelines. They also guide and mentor delivery teams on  architectural decisions to deliver to the solution agreements. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES * You will collaborate with sales and pre-sales to clarify requirements and design viable solutions  and drive pursuits with technical stakeholders. * You will lead complex data programs, navigating architectural concerns and enabling delivery teams to deliver on accepted standards within time and budget. * You will provide client-facing technical leadership and guidance on topics related to data architecture, engineering, and analytics to advise clients on bringing their data strategy to life. * You will interact with client counterparts from the enterprise architecture group and lead the delivery, alignment and sign-off of key architectural decisions, trade-offs and ways of working. * You will communicate both high- and low-level technical details of data architecture to engineers and business stakeholders. * You will be able to collaborate, influence and guide at the intersection of analytical and operational architecture. * You will be responsible for the technical design of data governance, data security and data privacy to fulfill compliance requirements. * You will seamlessly incorporate data quality frameworks and processes to address and fulfill requirements as set out in strategy and acceptance criteria. * You will represent Thoughtworks in various online and offline forums, including events and conferences. JOB QUALIFICATIONS TECHNICAL SKILLS * You have experience in defining and implementing different types of data architecture, analyzing trade-offs and can define technology stacks for different types of data architecture. * You have experience in designing application system architecture based on big data, artificial intelligence and related technologies. * You have rich experience in building, maintaining and tuning data platforms, as well extensive experience in data warehouse design, data modeling, data monitoring and operations. * You have experience with common design patterns, application frameworks and foundational/theoretical knowledge (i.e.: distributed systems, data intensive applications, etc.). * You are passionate about data infrastructure and operations, with expertise working in cloud environments. * You are proficient in common open-source distributed computing/storage technologies, including but not limited to YARN, Impala, Spark, MapReduce, Kafka and Flink, with practical project architecture experience. * You have experience in defining, developing and enabling data-driven techniques, advanced analytics, ML/AI and data mining applications in enterprise. * You have experience in developing real-time and low-latency data streaming solutions and a differentiated view on the complexities and tradeoffs connected with them. * You have experience in productionizing machine learning models and applying techniques, tools and processes. PROFESSIONAL SKILLS * You must have extensive pre-sales experience and a proven ability to independently drive complex pursuits and create winning commercial proposals. * You understand the importance of stakeholder management and can easily liaise between clients and other key stakeholders throughout projects, ensuring buy-in and gaining trust along the way. * You are a native-level German speaker (C1 German) that is comfortable and experienced to drive consensus with mostly technical stakeholders. * You are resilient in ambiguous situations and can adapt your role to approach challenges from multiple perspectives. * You have a good understanding of business and communication, collaboration skills, strong learning and summarizing abilities. * You don’t shy away from risks or conflicts, instead you take them on and skillfully manage them. * You coach, mentor and motivate others and you aspire to influence teammates to take positive action and accountability for their work. * You enjoy influencing others and always advocate for technical excellence while being open to change when needed. * Cultivating strong partnerships comes naturally to you; You understand the importance of relationship building and how it can bring new opportunities to our business. OTHER THINGS TO KNOW LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT There is no one-size-fits-all career path at Thoughtworks: however you want to develop your career is entirely up to you. But we also balance autonomy with the strength of our cultivation culture. This means your career is supported by interactive tools, numerous development programs and teammates who want to help you grow. We see value in helping each other be our best and that extends to empowering our employees in their career journeys. RESPONSIBLE USE OF AI IN RECRUITMENT At Thoughtworks, we use AI tools to support our recruitment team with administrative tasks such as drafting communications, scheduling interviews and writing job descriptions. Crucially, our AI tools do not screen, assess, rank or make hiring decisions. Every application is reviewed by our team and all selection decisions are made exclusively by our interviewers and hiring managers. We are committed to fairness and responsible AI. We actively manage our AI systems by testing, monitoring for biased outcomes and implementing mitigation measures. We hold our third-party vendors to these same high standards through a rigorous governance process. For additional information, please see our full Thoughtworks AI Policy for Recruitment. ABOUT THOUGHTWORKS Thoughtworks is a dynamic and inclusive community of bright and supportive colleagues who are revolutionizing tech. As a leading technology consultancy, we’re pushing boundaries through our purposeful and impactful work. For 30+ years, we’ve delivered extraordinary impact together with our clients by helping them solve complex business problems with technology as the differentiator. Bring your brilliant expertise and commitment for continuous learning to Thoughtworks. Together, let’s be extraordinary. #LI-Onsite See here our AI policy.

MEONDI

ÜBER UNS MEONDI ist eine agile Unternehmensberatung am Standort Stuttgart. Wir navigieren unsere namhaften Kunden ganzheitlich durch Innovations- und Transformationsprozesse sowie agile Produktentwicklungen. Dabei legen wir unseren Fokus auf alle relevanten Handlungsfelder wie Strategie, Leadership, Organisationsentwicklung, Software & CX. Du willst die Zukunft von MEONDI aktiv mitgestalten? Als Industrial Automation Consultant (a) bist du bei uns nicht einfach Berater:in - du bist technologischer Sparringspartner, Innovationsimpulsgeber und Mitgestalter echter Kundenlösungen. Wenn du technisches Tiefenverständnis, Beratungsmentalität und echten Drive mitbringst - dann bist du bei uns genau richtig. Seit unserer Gründung steht MEONDI für technologische Exzellenz, unternehmerisches Denken und echte Partnerschaft auf Augenhöhe. In unserer Software Mastery verbinden wir Beratung und Umsetzung - projektbasiert, kundennah und mit dem Anspruch, nachhaltige Lösungen zu schaffen. Der Markt wächst und wir wachsen mit. Zur Verstärkung unseres Teams suchen wir zum nächstmöglichen Zeitpunkt eine:n Industrial Automation Consultant  (a) in Vollzeit DEINE AUFGABEN * Du verstehst komplexe IT-/OT-Architekturen und kannst technische wie organisatorische Ausgangssituationen strukturiert analysieren. * Du entwickelst belastbare Lösungs- und Integrationskonzepte: technisch tragfähig und wirtschaftlich sinnvoll. * Du trittst sicher in Pitches und Projekten auf und kannst technische Inhalte auf Entscheider- wie Detailniveau vertreten. * Du steuerst interdisziplinäre Teams sowie Stakeholder strukturiert, priorisiert und lösungsorientiert. * Du erkennst Marktpotenziale, technologische Trends und bringst diese aktiv in Kundenprojekte und Account-Entwicklung ein. DAS BRINGST DU MIT * Du bringst einen fundierten fachlichen Hintergrund im Software-, Daten- oder Integrationsumfeld mit. Ob durch Studium, Praxiserfahrung oder unternehmerische Tätigkeit. * Du analysierst komplexe Zusammenhänge strukturiert und denkst konsequent ganzheitlich: strategisch, technologisch und wirtschaftlich. * Du übernimmst echte Verantwortung für Ergebnisse und behältst Qualität, Budget und Wirkung im Blick. * Du überzeugst mit klarer Haltung und souveränem Auftreten, auch in kritischen Situationen. * Du handelst eigeninitiativ, treibst Veränderungen aktiv voran und wartest nicht auf Anweisungen. * Du planst strukturiert, bleibst zielstrebig und bringst anspruchsvolle Vorhaben konsequent zum Abschluss. DAS KANNST DU VON UNS ERWARTEN * Kultur & Zusammenarbeit Bei MEONDI erwartet dich eine Kultur geprägt von Offenheit, Transparenz und Zusammenarbeit auf Augenhöhe. Wir glauben an unternehmerisches Denken, Eigenverantwortung und daran, dass nachhaltige Lösungen nur im echten Dialog entstehen. * Eigenverantwortung & Vertrauen Du erhältst den Freiraum, deine Aufgaben selbstständig zu gestalten. Wir setzen auf Vertrauen statt Mikromanagement und auf Ergebnisorientierung statt Präsenzkultur. * Flexibilität & Arbeitsmodell Mobile Working ist bei uns gelebte Realität. Flexible Arbeitszeiten und 30 Tage Urlaub ermöglichen dir, Beruf und Leben in Einklang zu bringen – ob remote, in einem unserer Hubs oder beim Kunden. * Professionelle Rahmenbedingungen Wir statten dich mit hochwertiger technischer Ausstattung (MacBook, iPhone auch privat nutzbar) aus und schaffen klare, professionelle Projektstrukturen.  * Weiterentwicklung & Wachstum Individuelles Coaching, regelmäßige Austauschformate und transparente Quartalsmeetings mit Einblick in Strategie und Unternehmensentwicklung sorgen dafür, dass du fachlich wie persönlich wachsen kannst. * Gemeinschaft & Austausch Unsere Hubs sind bewusst als Orte für Workshops, Reviews und Zusammenarbeit konzipiert. Wir schaffen Räume für echten Austausch, gemeinsames Lernen und kontinuierliche Weiterentwicklung. KONTAKT Wenn du Verantwortung übernehmen, und mit uns zusammen die Zukunft von MEONDI gestalten möchtest, dann zögere nicht uns zu kontaktieren. Wir freuen uns auf dich! Dein persönlicher Ansprechpartner bei MEONDI: Winta Asfha-Grasta #gerneperdu People and Culture Lead +49 (0) 151-11558971 Hier findest du mich auf LinkedIn career@meondi.com