Testing Engineer - Power Tool Insert Systems (m/f/d)

Test the future

We are looking for talented future shapers, forward thinkers and innovation drivers who bring fresh perspectives and unconventional ideas to develop innovative products and help shape a more sustainable future.

In this role, you will not just work at a desk. You will test and experience first-hand how power tools, batteries and inserts interact in our test environment, combining hands-on testing with statistical test planning and data analysis.

As part of an interdisciplinary and international team, you will take cross-project responsibility for system testing of all relevant inserts used with Hilti rotary and combihammers, coordinating testing from initial functional prototypes through to series production. You will further develop test methods and test bench technologies, drive the standardization of existing processes and test plans, share your expertise through technical guidance and mentoring, and continue to grow both personally and professionally within the Hilti world.

What You’ll Bring

• A university degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics or a comparable technical field; a PhD in a relevant technical field is an advantage
• At least 5 years of professional experience in product testing or product development, as well as strong knowledge of systematic development methods; initial experience in power tool testing is an advantage
• Strong knowledge of statistical test planning and analysis, particularly sample planning, DoE, data visualization, lifetime assessment and hypothesis testing
• Strong technical understanding of materials and manufacturing technologies, as well as the interaction between power tools, batteries and inserts
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills, a structured and goal-oriented way of working, combined with a hands-on mindset and the ability to drive topics forward
• Excellent communication skills and enthusiasm for collaborating and building networks in an interdisciplinary and international environment
• German language skills are a plus

Legal Notice

During your job interview you will spend some time with us and get to know our company. Thus, you will get a feeling for the job and our corporate culture.

Hilti stands for equal opportunities. We are looking forward to receiving applications from severely disabled persons and similarly disabled persons.

Contact: Hilti Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbh I Miriam Fries I Human Resources

Should you encounter technical problems during your application, please contact mycareer-techsupport@hilti.com.

Commitment to Inclusion

At Hilti, inclusion is a key focus in how we work, lead, and grow together. We are committed to embracing diversity of thought and creating an environment that is inclusive of everyone, everywhere. We continuously strive to ensure every voice is valued and every team member feels empowered to contribute. By building on this foundation, we strengthen our teams, our innovation, and our impact, making construction better together.

Why Hilti

Hilti is a global leader in construction innovation, with more than 34,000 team members across 120 countries. Guided by our purpose, Making Construction Better, we’re driven to keep learning, growing, and finding new ways to make a lasting impact. Here, you’ll be empowered to use your strengths, work with a global and inclusive team, and take on meaningful challenges. At Hilti, you’ll have the chance to make your ideas, achievements, and growth real through purpose, passion, and teamwork.

At Hilti Entwicklungsgesellschaft (HEG) in Kaufering, our research and development teams turn industry leading ideas into real solutions. As one of Hilti’s core innovation centers, HEG focuses developing the products of tomorrow, we work on our products from the preliminary development of our construction chemicals, electronics, software, and engines to series production readiness, testing them in laboratories and on test fields. Working here means contributing to technologies that shape construction globally, supported by a culture built on precision, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

From the pre-development of our own motors, electronics and firmware, to series-maturity - our intelligent mechatronic systems come from our own research and development laboratories.

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