Project Assistant - Automation & Mechanical Engineering
We shape automation.
ekvip automation GmbH is a software company specializing in mechanical and plant engineering, headquartered in Leipzig with subsidiaries in the U.S. and Sarajevo. We develop automation software in accordance with IEC 61131-3, custom software solutions for the machine building industry, and our open-source framework, cinnamon, for Beckhoff TwinCAT 3. In addition to software development, we support our customers worldwide with the commissioning and optimization of their production facilities.
To strengthen our team, we are looking for a dedicated Project Assistant who will provide organizational support to our project managers and ensure that our international customer projects run smoothly.
Your Responsibilities
Supporting the project management team in the planning, organization, and coordination of our client projects
Scheduling, monitoring deadlines, and tracking tasks
Preparing, organizing, and taking minutes for project and client meetings
Creating and maintaining project documents, presentations, and documentation
Assisting with proposal and order processing
Communicating with clients, suppliers, and internal departments
Assisting with project controlling, reporting, and budget overviews
General administrative tasks to support the project teams
Your Profile
Completed business training (e.g., industrial clerk, office management clerk, or equivalent)
Ideally, professional experience in project assistance or project coordination
Excellent organizational skills and a structured, independent approach to work
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
Experience with Atlassian Jira is a plus
Very good command of German and good command of English
Enjoy working in a team and communicating in a technical environment
Here's what you can expect
Exciting national and international projects in mechanical and plant engineering
A modern work environment with short decision-making processes
Collaboration with motivated development, service, and engineering teams
Individual onboarding and opportunities for personal development
Flexible work hours and the option to work remotely
Competitive compensation and modern work tools
Regular team events and a collegial work environment
The opportunity to actively contribute to the further development of our company
No matter how you define your gender, who you love, where you’re from, what your skin color is, or what you believe in, we strive to treat one another with care. Our focus is on mutual respect and appreciation, as well as motivation and enjoyment at work.