Process Automation Specialist (m/w/x)
As a Process Automation Specialist (m/w/x) at Thorlabs, you will be responsible for identifying, designing, implementing, and optimizing automation solutions that improve operational efficiency, reduce manual effort, and support business growth. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze business processes, develop scalable automation workflows, and continuously enhance existing solutions while ensuring compliance and security standards.
This position is limited to a fixed term of two years.
Responsibilities
- Analyze business processes and identify opportunities for automation and workflow optimization.
- Gather requirements from stakeholders and translate business needs into automation solutions.
- Develop, test, implement, and maintain automation workflows, scripts, and bots using appropriate technologies.
- Integrate automation solutions with existing business applications, systems, and IT infrastructure.
- Monitor automation performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure reliable operation of deployed solutions.
- Continuously improve automation processes by evaluating new technologies, tools, and best practices.
- Create and maintain technical documentation, user guides, and process specifications; provide end-user training and support.
- Ensure automation solutions comply with internal policies, security requirements, and applicable regulations.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience in business process automation, workflow optimization, and digital transformation projects.
- Hands-on experience with automation platforms such as Microsoft Power Platform, Power Automate, UiPath, or similar tools.
- Knowledge of process analysis, process mapping, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Basic programming and scripting skills (e.g., Python, PowerShell, JavaScript, VBA, SQL)
- Understanding of system integrations, APIs, databases, web services, and enterprise applications
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills with a proactive and detail-oriented approach.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments and explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Very good English language skills (written and spoken); German language skills are an advantage.
- Flexible working hours (arranged individually), 30 days of vacation, mobile work
- Company pension scheme & health insurance options
- Support for your personal development and career growth
- Wide range of health and sports activities (Urban Sports Club, company runs, etc.)
- Leasing options (JobRad)
- Free charging stations for e-bikes and electric cars
- Option to take a time-out
- Annual company events and social activities
ABOUT US
At THORLABS, we don’t just accept differences – we support them, we celebrate them, and we rely on them to strengthen our people, our community, and our products. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for everyone. We value diversity, actively encourage inclusion, and welcome applications from all individuals. This mindset is reflected in our values, which we practice every day.
If you have any questions about the application process or our job vacancies, please contact our colleagues (Human Resources) by email: [email protected]
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