Balluff as an employer

As a medium-sized family company in its fourth generation, we have always maintained a culture of sustainability and long-term planning. Values such as reliability, integrity and openness represent core components for directing the actions of our company and make a critical contribution to the success of our business.

With over 3,200 employees worldwide, Balluff stands for innovative technology, quality and a focus on customer orientation. As a leading provider for industrial automation, we offer a comprehensive portfolio of high-quality sensors, systems, and customer-specific solutions.

With a broad portfolio of sensor principles, we ensure efficient processes in automation as a whole. In addition to the global headquarters located outside of Stuttgart, Germany, Balluff has production and development sites around the world, and more than 68 international subsidiaries and sales offices.

Our global presence guarantees that products are quickly available to our customers worldwide, and they receive high-quality advice and service directly on-site.

Hear about Balluff as an employer from Balluff's own employees

In five brief videos, watch five Balluff employees share their experiences. Listen as they talk about the work/life balance, personal achievement, professional development, personal growth, and benefits.

Social involvement: Committed to the common good

As a family-run company since 1921, we are aware of our responsibility as an employer and member of society. We are happy to be involved in the communities we call home. As diverse as our involvement may be, it always pursues one goal: Balluff is committed to the common good.

Our youth – our chance

As the skills gap in manufacturing grows, we recognize that engaging our youth is an important responsibility for every member of the manufacturing community. At the university level, we share our passion for automation and provide internship and co-op opportunities.

Participation with universities

We participate with several Universities nation wide bringing conferences on Automation to their campuses; Which allows us to present our products and the different solutions focused on different types of Industries. This relationship allows us to detect young talent.

Initiatives as a socially responsible company

Balluff collaborates with several institutions focused on supporting vulnerable sectors of our population; In Balluff we encourage collaboration and mutual support. and customer-specific solutions.

Professional development: Your career at Balluff

Balluff encourages and supports ongoing training and development. You will discover this on day one of your career with Balluff, beginning with your orientation.

You will be introduced to all employees and functional areas of Balluff. This is an important piece of your success.

Our dedication to you and your development is supported by multiple training specialists.

Continuous on the job training, product training, management training, sales training, presentations, and communications training are among the many courses offered.

The open communication style among employees and management offers the opportunity to discuss your individual performance development.

Whether you join us as a student/co-op or a seasoned professional, you will grow with Balluff.

Work/life balance: The optimal combination of life and work

Casual & Collaborative

Our open office layout and friendly culture help foster open communication and easy collaboration among all of our employees.

Have Fun While Getting It Done

We have a job that you are excited about and people you look forward to being with. Our work culture supports year-round activities, such as cookouts, fund raisers, holiday celebrations, community races/walks, and more.

Strong balance between work and life

Life must be lived. We work hard in the office, but we all recognize that we have to dedicate time to ourselves, to our family, friends and community.

Investment for your well-being

A healthy mind and body are both key to a successful career. Investing in a healthy work environment is a core value of Balluff. Varied classes in our facilities like yoga, pilates or dancing, constant sporting activities, and meetings with healthy lunches are just some of the ways we invest in our own well-being.

We have a recreational and rest area, where employees can enjoy activities such as basketball, foosball, and ping-pong in their free time.

Working at Balluff: Balluff as an employer

Distinguished as a top employer, Balluff ensures the best possible working conditions and promotes a close, long-term relationship between our employees and the company. As a family owned company, we focus on communication and welcome the exchange of information and ideas with each other. We promote this through "open doors" communication, monthly employee meetings, and frequent employee gatherings.

Work environment

Balluff maintains excellent working conditions for all employees. Lots of natural light with comfortable furniture and work spaces that allows for ergonomic working. Our employees have the technology and tools to perform their responsibilities effectively and efficiently.

We are Global

Balluff is an international company which affords employees with the opportunity to work with and develop relationships across the world.

Compensation and Benefits

Balluff is an international company with subsidiaries, agent offices and manufacturing facilities worldwide. Depending on the departments in which you work, business trips in the context of international cooperation are possible and necessary.