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# Project Engineer Digital Transformation

- **Company:** Döhler GmbH
- **Location:** Darmstadt, Germany
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Python (Programming Language), Information Technology
- **Published:** June 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.doehler.com/job/Darmstadt-Project-Engineer-%28mfd%29-Digital-Transformation/1399224033/

## About the Role

* Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Automation, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
 * Proven track record of successfully delivering digitalization projects end-to-end in a manufacturing environment
 * Hands-on commissioning experience and a solid understanding of shopfloor operations and production realities
 * Strong technical affinity with practical coding experience (e.g., Python, APIs, IIoT) to rapidly develop and implement solutions
 * Passion for digital technologies, innovation, and solving real-world industrial challenges
 * Strong ownership mindset with the drive to take initiative and make things happen
 * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across different functions and organizational levels
 * Fluent in English; German language skills are an advantage

## Description

* Lead and deliver high-impact digital transformation projects on the shopfloor from concept to global rollout
 * Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing performance and translate them into scalable digital solutions
 * Prototype, test, validate, and industrialize innovative solutions across our global production network
 * Evaluate emerging technologies and digital solutions, define pilot initiatives, and build strong business cases to support investment decisions
 * Leverage modern AI-supported development approaches to accelerate innovation, validate ideas quickly, and bring successful concepts into operation
 * Collaborate closely with production, engineering, IT, and business stakeholders to ensure alignment, transparency, and successful project execution
 * Drive change and adoption by effectively communicating project goals, progress, and results to all relevant stakeholders., * Culture: Friendly and informal atmosphere, family-owned company, flat hierarchies, short communication channels, and helpful colleagues
 * Impact: You are an integral part of our business success and make an important contribution to the future of nutrition
 * Empowerment: You can fully unleash your potential and have the opportunity to take on responsibilities
 * Digitalization: We maintain excellent partnerships with market-leading innovators, allowing you to access and work with state-of-the-art technologies
 * Anniversary and special payments
 * Employee referral bonuses
 * Additional benefits: Christmas parties, events, financial benefits, and online shop discounts (e.g., IT leasing, mobile phone contracts, shopping, and travel discounts, etc.)

Equal opportunities for all


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