Elektroniker / Mechatroniker / Automatisierungstechniker als Techniker für den Bereich - Automatisierung & Inbetriebnahme
About the job
- Completed vocational training in electronics, mechatronics, automation technology, or information and telecommunications technology; further training as a technician or master craftsperson is ideal.
- Practical experience supporting or commissioning systems in telecontrol technology, automation technology, energy technology, network technology, programmable logic controllers, or telecommunications technology.
- Very good understanding of medium voltage, data transmission, and transmission protocols.
- Structured and responsible working style, enjoyment of direct customer contact, and willingness to travel within Germany.
- Very good German skills; English is advantageous.
- Contribute to solution design and planning during the proposal phase as a member of the project team.
- Build and commission station control and telecontrol systems after an order is received.
- Assess technical conditions on site, clarify them with customers, and share knowledge with colleagues in control cabinet and plant construction.
- Program and configure programmable logic controller systems and telecontrol installations.
- Configure telecontrol devices, network technology, and interface modules, ensuring compatibility between the employer's technology and customers' infrastructure.
- Build and wire systems, commission them, conduct functional tests, train customers, and document projects.
- Travel to customer sites for project implementation; national business travel may reach 70% of working time depending on the project phase and location.
- Progressively take on additional tasks and, after approximately two years, assume end-to-end responsibility for smaller projects.
- Further training as a technician or master craftsperson.
- English language skills.
About the company
LACROIX Electronics is a leading European EMS provider that designs and manufactures embedded electronics for industrial solutions. It combines research and development with Industry 4.0‑level manufacturing to deliver hardware for automotive, industrial, HBAS, aerospace and defense, and healthcare sectors. Its offering spans a design center and four production facilities across Europe and North Africa, enabling end-to-end support from concept to mass production with integration of advanced electronics and connectivity. The company differentiates itself through its integrated design and manufacturing capability, the breadth of its industry exposure, and its regional footprint that anchors a scalable supply base (2,350 employees and €320 million in 2025 revenue). Its goal is to be a trusted partner for electronic equipment and connected devices by delivering reliable embedded solutions and manufacturing at scale for complex, high‑reliability applications.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Saint-Herblain, France
Founded
2010
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- H1 2026 revenue rose 3.1% to €235.2 million, confirming execution.
- Water quality sensors reached €2.5 million in 2025, five times 2023.
- LACROIX closed a €77.6 million syndicated loan in May 2026, extending maturity.
What critics are saying
- Electronics fell 1.1% in H1 2026, signaling weak core demand.
- Spanish PERTE funding ended June 30, 2026, cutting water-sensor growth momentum.
- If Electronics stagnates and PERTE fades, LACROIX misses 2027 targets and becomes a takeover target.
What makes LACROIX unique
- LACROIX combines industrial Electronics with Environment systems for water networks and smart infrastructure.
- Its SOFREL water portfolio now spans chlorine, wastewater, and drinking-water quality sensors.
- The group keeps extending installed base relationships instead of chasing consumer-device volume.
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Benefits
Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options
Paid Vacation