Automation Technician (m/f/d)

Sika is a specialty chemicals company, a global leader in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protecting in construction and industry. Sika is present worldwide with subsidiaries in 103 countries, produces in over 400 factories, develops innovative technologies for customers around the globe, and thereby contributes significantly to the sustainable transformation in the construction and transport sectors. The more than 33,000 employees generated a turnover of CHF billions in 2025.

Automation Technician (m/f/d)

Company Description

Sika is a specialty chemicals company, a global leader in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protecting in construction and industry. Sika is present worldwide with subsidiaries in 103 countries, produces in over 400 factories, develops innovative technologies for customers around the globe, and thereby contributes significantly to the sustainable transformation in the construction and transport sectors. The more than 33,000 employees generated a turnover of CHF billions in 2025.

For our production at the location in Romanhorn TG, on the beautiful Lake Constance, we are looking for a helpful and friendly team player as an Automation Technician (m/f/d).

• Attractive pension fund model with individual premium design
• Strong team culture and short decision-making paths for efficient working
• Flexible working time models with a 40-hour week for a balanced work-life balance
• Free coffee, water & tea available
• Subsidized catering options from FELFEL (
• Free parking spaces are available

Job Description

• Independent management or participation in the processing of automation projects
• Participation in continuous process improvement in production
• Creation and updating of technical documentation, circuit diagrams, and software documentation
• Design and modeling of individual parts and assemblies
• Hardware-oriented programming as well as development of further software solutions
• Know-how transfer to colleagues and participation in technical training programs for internal specialists and production employees
• Supervision of automation apprentices

Qualifications

• Completed training in the field of automation technology, electrical engineering, mechatronics, or a comparable qualification
• Sound experience in PLC programming, ideally with Beckhoff TwinCAT
• Knowledge of C++, C# as well as frontend technologies (HTML, CSS) is an advantage
• Experience in CAD design with VISI or comparable software
• Sound knowledge in the operation, programming, and optimization of linear robots (e.g., Wittmann, Krauss-Maffei or comparable manufacturers) as well as 6-axis robots (e.g., Stäubli, Kuka or comparable manufacturers)
• Experience in the optimization and maintenance of production and automation systems
• Structured, independent way of working with high personal responsibility
• Strong communication skills and enjoyment of working in a team
• Willingness for continuous further training

Additional Information

• Trust is the most important thing to us. We trust in your abilities and enable many areas for creativity – every day anew.
• Uncomplicated managers who give trust and a family atmosphere with a friendly tone make working at Sika special – many of us call it the Sika Spirit.
• A fair employment package with good social benefits.

Contact: Sika, as an innovative employer, offers employees interesting development opportunities in an international environment. Sara Wisler () knows more details about the position and would be happy to tell you more about the Sika Spirit. Your application reaches us quickly and securely online on our company website (

For this job advertisement, we exclusively want direct applications!

We offer competitive compensation based on local market standards and the specific areas of responsibility for each position. Compensation is based on the skills, responsibility, education and/or further training relevant to the position. We are committed to fair and equitable compensation systems in accordance with applicable laws, the chemical industry collective agreement, and regulations.

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