Flex Trainee (m/f/d)
Engineering
Atlas Copco, Leybold
Köln
Germany
On-Site
11/30/26
Job Description

Your role

Bring your curiosity to work as our next Flex Trainee (m/f/d). You will be part of our Engineering team reporting to the Head of Mechanism Development. In this role, your mission is to develop your engineering expertise while contributing to innovative products, technologies and cross-functional projects.You will contribute directly to how we create high‑quality products and solutions for our customers. 

Your day-to-day

  • Supporting the development of next-generation turbomolecular and vacuum pumps, including product improvement and sustaining activities
  • Contributing to multidisciplinary engineering projects across mechanics, mechatronics, electronics and software
  • Working on innovative technologies such as magnetic bearings, electric drives, vacuum technology, digitalization and simulation
  • Supporting verification and validation activities in the laboratory and collaborating with Operations on industrialization and manufacturing topics
  • Collaborating in cross-functional and international projects with Engineering, Purchasing, Quality, Product Management and research partners
  • Driving your own improvement, innovation or technology project throughout the Trainee program

Your skills and experience

  • Master’s degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Industrial Engineering or a comparable field
  • Strong technical curiosity and enthusiasm for complex engineering systems and new technologiesInterest in multidisciplinary topics combining mechanics, electronics, software and physics
  • Initial practical experience through internships, student projects, research work or thesis projects
  • Analytical mindset and a hands-on approach to solving challenging technical problems
  • Strong drive to take ownership, learn continuously and contribute your own ideas
  • Open-minded personality with strong communication, collaboration and teamwork skills
  • Very good written and spoken English skills; German skills are an advantage

 

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.

Your compensation and benefits

At Atlas Copco Group, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation. Compensation is determined based on the position and its responsibilities, without regard to gender, race, ethnicity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our compensation offering is designed to be locally relevant, competitive, and aligned with the expectations of current and future talent. 

Beyond compensation, we believe that a rewarding career is about having opportunities to learn, grow, contribute, and develop in an environment built on trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement. At Atlas Copco Group, we support our people in building long-term careers while making a meaningful impact through their work.

  • Attractive compensation based on the collective agreement for the Metal and Electrical Industry in North Rhine-Westphalia, including additional benefits such as holiday and Christmas bonuses, special payments and a company pension scheme
  • 35-hour full-time working week
  • Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements through our Flex Office model
  • 30 days of annual leave
  • Urban Sports Club membership
  • Wellbeing activities, such as company runs and other health-focused initiatives
  • Development and career opportunities within Leybold and across the global Atlas Copco Group
  • On-site employee canteen
  • External employee assistance program offering confidential support for a wide range of personal and professional situations
  • Free charging for electric vehicles at the workplace

Your job location

This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing you to split your time between working remotely and being on-site at our [insert organization here] in Köln, Germany (DE).

Why it is great to work with us

Your career grows through your skills, your curiosity, and the people you work with. You join a global network where we learn from each other and share knowledge openly. We focus on long‑term development and encourage you to explore new ideas that help us move forward. Innovation is part of how we think and act – we test, improve, and use what we learn to create solutions that matter. You can make a meaningful impact by contributing with your insights and taking ownership of your work, supported by flexible ways of working and leaders who empower you. 

Application process

Our selection process includes interviews and, for some roles, skills assessments that help us gain a deeper understanding of your profile. We look forward to getting to know you, learning about your strengths, and discussing how you can grow with us. If you have questions during the process or need support, please contact us:

Talent Acquisition: David Gabriel

Uniting curious minds

Behind every innovative solution, there are people working together to transform the future. With careers sparked by initiative and lifelong learning, we are uniting curious minds, and you could be one of them.

Information at a Glance

Leybold is a brand that supplies customers with vacuum solutions. The brand’s products include vacuum pumps and systems, as well as standardized and customized vacuum solutions and services. Leybold’s core capabilities lie in offering applications and customized systems for the creation of vacuum and extraction of processing gases. These solutions are mainly used in manufacturing, analytical processes and research. Over the years, Leybold has demonstrated an ability to adapt to a changing world, consistently providing customers with new innovations and pioneering products. Leybold is a brand within Atlas Copco Group.

→ Visit the Leybold website

 

 

Uniting curious minds

Behind every innovative solution, there are people working together to transform the future. With careers sparked by initiative and lifelong learning, we are uniting curious minds, and you could be one of them.

Employment type: 
Job type:  On-Site
Posting End Date:  11/30/26
Functional area:  Engineering
Legal Entity:  Leybold GmbH
Country/Region: 
City / Province:  Köln