Trainee mechatronics engineer (m/f/d)

Education

Safety, innovation and tradition: that's us, Steinbach & Vollmann!

For 140 years, Steinbach & Vollmann (STUV) has been one of the leading medium-sized companies in the lock, security and hardware industry. Our company is centrally located between the cities of Essen, Düsseldorf and Wuppertal. With over 170 employees at our headquarters in Germany and sales companies in Spain and China, we serve both local and international markets.

Our main customers are in industry and public authorities. We supply innovative mechanical and electronic solutions for renowned industrial customers, e.g. for aircraft, machines, the food industry, cold storage rooms, trains and safes. In the field of correctional facilities, we are the market and innovation leader for high-security locks used in German-speaking countries.

Our business model is future-proof and has great growth potential. We have big plans for the coming years. We want to significantly expand our market share both nationally and internationally and are therefore looking to strengthen our team.

We are looking for a trainee (m/f/d) to become a mechatronics engineer for our company headquarters in Heiligenhaus, starting on 1 August 2025. Our team of mechatronics engineers assembles components and assemblies with mechanical and electronic connections. Their tasks also include assembling and installing electrical and mechanical components and connecting locking systems. Other activities include commissioning our locking systems and maintaining and servicing them on site.

Your reasons for completing your training with us

• We live and love flat hierarchies and an open corporate culture that provides space for your ideas and input
• You can demonstrate your capabilities and develop both professionally and personally
• An open-minded and highly personable team is looking forward to working with you
• A highly motivated training team that wants to grow with you and provide you with comprehensive support

What you can expect from us

• You can expect a wide range of activities in various areas: electrical engineering/electronics, mechanics, and control and information technology
• Assembly of electrical and IT switchgear and control units
• Assembly of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic system components or assemblies
• Final assembly of machines, plants and systems
• Checking, maintaining, repairing and commissioning machines, plants and systems
• A comprehensive range of training courses

What you bring to our team

• You have at least a secondary school leaving certificate
• You have a good knowledge of mathematics and physics
• You have good spatial awareness, think logically and are resourceful
• You work conscientiously and reliably, and you are eager to learn and take initiative
• You are excited by new challenges and eager to contribute your ideas

Option: Dual study programme

If you have the appropriate qualifications and performance, we will be happy to offer you a dual study programme. Our cooperation partner is IU in Düsseldorf.

During your dual study programme, we will provide you with a solid foundation for this forward-looking and diverse career field. We also take current technological developments in mechatronics into account.

• You deal with mathematical and scientific fundamentals such as physics and mathematics.
• You will deal with engineering topics such as statics, materials science and technical thermodynamics.
• You will acquire knowledge about the design and analysis of technical systems with modules such as control engineering and signals & systems.
• You will gain important insights into computer science, apply current software tools and learn how to program with C/C++.

In 6 out of 7 semesters, you will complete a practical project, during which we will actively support you.

Would you like to play an active role right from the start and try your hand at new tasks? We'd love to have you!

We offer you excellent training and, later on, the chance of a job with a wide range of prospects for your professional development. In addition, we will help you develop your skills with our attractive training opportunities and motivate you with special payments for good academic and work performance. You will also receive 30 days of holiday per year to help you relax and recharge your batteries.

Take control of your future and become part of our team!

Apply with a cover letter, CV and copies of your last two references.

We look forward to getting to know you!