Operate and further develop our automation and AI-driven software development, including monitoring, incident resolution and continuous improvement.
Define practical governance, security and quality standards for AI-supported automation and software development.
Partner with colleagues across the Group to identify, evaluate and deliver AI and automation use cases from idea to ongoing operation.
Design training and community formats that help colleagues build and use solutions responsibly.
Work with local application experts and external partners to scale effective solutions across locations.
AI & Automation Expert (f/m/d)
Heitkamp & Thumann GmbH & Co. KG • Düsseldorf (Großraum)
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Full-time
Düsseldorf (Großraum)
from today
Help shape how AI and automation are developed, governed and used across the Heitkamp & Thumann Group. In this group-level role, you will combine hands-on platform expertise with internal consulting: connecting business needs with practical technical solutions, enabling colleagues at different locations and helping build a secure, scalable approach to automation.
Your duties
Our offer
A degree in computer science, software engineering, information systems, engineering or a comparable field.
Professional experience in automation or AI projects, with strong hands-on knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform especially Power Automate and Copilot Studio. Experience in Software development is a plus.
A sound technical understanding of generative AI, machine learning and digital process automation.
Experience with platform operations, governance, IT security and CI/CD practices.
The ability to turn business requirements into workable solutions and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Business-fluent German and English.
Experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment would be an advantage. We value a structured, service-oriented approach and an interest in helping others use technology effectively.
And this is what you can look forward to
This is a full-time, H&T group-level position based in Düsseldorf with a hybrid working model in line with Group policy. The role involves approximately 20–30% travel to H&T locations, including sites in Germany, Europe, the US and Asia. Occasional flexibility for international calls and maintenance windows is part of the role.
You will have the opportunity to combine hands-on technical work with cross-functional collaboration, supporting colleagues across locations as they turn AI and automation ideas into reliable solutions.
Challenge The Future With Us - Join Our Global Team
H&T Battery Components is part of the Heitkamp & Thumann Group. At over 15 locations in 9 countries, more than 1,700 employees work for the family-owned group of companies. H&T Battery Components is the world's largest manufacturer of metal components for the primary battery market.
Challenge The Future With Us - Join Our Global Team
What do inhalers for the administration of medecines and cups for batteries and rechargeable batteries have in common? All these are developed and produced by the companies of the Heitkamp & Thumann Group, which is still family-owned today. Better said: Our worldwide team of 1,700 employees from 22 nations at 15 locations in 9 countries does it. They continue to set new standards in the field of precision formed components and have made us a hidden champion that has anchored innovation as an important pillar in its corporate culture. And so an atmosphere has been created in which appreciation and respect, togetherness and further development ensure that each and every individual can fully develop themselves and their strengths.
Your plus at H&T Battery Components
Your benefits
Fair pay which is also performance-related, 30 days of annual leave, Individual personal and professional development, Bike leasing, Mobile Office, Allowance for occupational pension provision, Capital-forming benefits, Occupational disability insurance allowance, Accident insurance for coverage of private and work-related accidents, Sick pay benefits, Regular feedback, Gym membership
Your plus at the Heitkamp & Thumann Group
Your further way
Challenging projects and varied tasks with a high degree of freedom and room for your own ideas enable you to develop personally and professionally. An exciting working environment with a steep learning curve and early involvement in decision-making structures prepare you for the next step in your career.
Your future
Wherever you want to go - we live an innovative, appreciative corporate culture in which further training and development are possible in many directions.
Your benefits
Fair renumeration which is also performance-related, 30 days of annual leave, Company ticket for local public transportation, Individual personal and professional development, Bike leasing, Mobile Office, Allowance for occupational pension provision,Capital-forming benefits, Occupational disability insurance allowance, Accident insurance for coverage of private and work-related accidents, Sick pay benefits, Regular feedback
Your pre-test
Get to know the job and your future colleagues on a trial day.
Your start-up support
A structured onboarding program and regular joint events will ensure that you quickly settle in with us.
