PLC programmer

Posted 01 July 2025
Salary €60000 - €70000 per annum + pension, bonus, healthcare
LocationCologne
Job type Permanent
Discipline Technology & Digital
ReferenceDC/PLC/Ger_1751353568

Job description

Your Key Responsibilities

  • Design, program, and commission PLC-based control systems for custom machinery and production lines - both in-house and at customer sites worldwide

  • Optimize and retrofit existing PLC controls to enhance performance and extend system lifespan

  • Collaborate closely with Product Management and Strategic Engineering to develop innovative automation solutions

  • Support the Service team by diagnosing and resolving control and process engineering issues

  • Prepare detailed checklists, diagnostic measurements, and error reports to ensure quality and traceability

  • Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and internal quality guidelines

  • Contribute to the creation of technical documentation, including operating manuals and functional descriptions


Your Profile

  • Completed vocational training in electrical engineering, with further qualification as an electrical technician or a degree in electrical engineering, automation technology, or a related field

  • Proven experience in developing PLC control software, particularly using Siemens TIA Portal; knowledge of Rockwell Automation is a plus

  • Familiarity with HMI/SCADA systems such as WinCC and PanelView

  • Strong understanding of drive systems, servo technologies, and industrial communication protocols (e.g., PROFINET, PROFIBUS, EtherNet/IP)

  • Experience with safety PLCs and knowledge of functional safety standards is advantageous

  • Exposure to robot control systems (ABB, Fanuc, KUKA) is highly desirable

  • Team-oriented mindset with a confident and flexible attitude

  • Solid communication skills in English; additional language skills are a plus

  • Willingness to travel internationally and work on-site as required (valid driver's license required)