The Kardex Group is one of the world's leading manufacturers of dynamic storage, retrieval and distribution systems. Our more than 3,000 employees worldwide develop and manufacture logistics solutions that are used in many different sectors such as industrial manufacturing, retail and administration.

Kardex

AutoStore is a general leader in high-speed Automatic Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS)—boosting storage capacity by up to four times. Trusted worldwide, our cutting-edge technology strengthens Kardex’s portfolio of advanced intralogistics solutions, helping businesses achieve smarter, faster, and more efficient order fulfillment.

Site & Commissioning Engineer

We are growing and looking for a Site & Commissioning Engineer to join our AutoStore team in EMEA. You start your day from your home office and drive to the customer's sites. We provide you with a company car, also for private use.

Your Tasks

As a Site & Commissioning Engineer, you ensure the safe, efficient, and on‑time installation and commissioning of AutoStore systems at customer sites. You act as the on‑site representative of Kardex, working closely with the project team, customers, and suppliers to deliver high‑quality, to‑specification installations. You combine site‑management responsibility with technical commissioning expertise, ensuring smooth execution from installation to go‑live.

On‑Site Management

Act as the on‑site representative of Kardex throughout installation and commissioning

Prepare, organize, and manage multiple installation sites

Coordinate material deliveries, track supplies, and maintain a clean and safe work environment





Lead daily progress reporting and participate in customer and supplier meetings

Manage subcontractors and ensure adherence to Kardex and customer standards

Technical Commissioning

Configure AutoStore components, controllers, and IT/hardware systems

Monitor initial container storage and system ramp‑up

Perform component tests, system tests, performance tests, and acceptance procedures

Support go‑live activities and customer handover

Troubleshoot and resolve system malfunctions together with service teams

Customer Interaction & Training

Train customer operators and service personnel

Provide on‑site support during installation, commissioning, and early operations

Ensure a high level of customer satisfaction and professional communication

Contribution to the Organization

Support specification phases and realization strategies

Contribute to improving processes, templates, and tools

Embrace a startup‑like environment within a growing business unit

Your profile

Completed training in an electrotechnical profession (e.g., electrician, mechatronics technician, industrial electrician)

Bachelor’s degree is a plus

Knowledge of AutoStore, CAN bus, PLC, and safety regulations desirable

Strong communication skills and customer orientation

Ability to use AutoCAD, MS Office, and similar tools





Solid experience in site or project management of automation systems

Proven track record of successfully delivered projects

Experience working in construction‑like project environments

Other Requirements

Willingness to travel across the EMEA region

Fluency in English, local language such as Spanish, Portuguese, French highly welcomed

Self‑driven, structured, and quality‑focused

Ability to build strong working relationships across teams

What We Offer

Long‑term prospects: A secure position in a growing international company, exciting development opportunities, and varied tasks in a future‑oriented environment

Valuable support: Great team spirit, thorough onboarding, and extensive training opportunities at our Academy in Bellheim and online

Tangible benefits: Flexible working hours, mobile working options, travel to customers, and annual vacation due to the specific country regulation.

Recognition: Attractive compensation, pension plan, and insured benefits

Extras: Corporate benefits, company and team events, and health programs

AutoStore advantage: Enjoy the dynamic startup flair within the Kardex AS Solutions business unit combined with the stability of a renowned company

Working with Kardex Automated storage solutions are high-tech. The basis for this is our genuine high-quality work from our own production sites, the skills of our specialists in planning, production, and assembly, as well as the innovative spirit of our engineers from research and development. For years, we have been developing solutions in the areas of Industry 4.0 and digitalization to offer our customers an excellent all-around service.

📌 Site & Commissioning Engineer (m/f/d) (Madrid)
🏢 Es1 Kardex Sistemas
📍 Madrid