Control Technology / Automation Specialist | Fachkraft Steuerungstechnik / Automatisierung (m/w/d)

FERCHAU GmbH Niederlassung Erfurt

Apolda, Thüringen, Deutschland
Published Sep 24, 2025
Full-time
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Job Summary

This role involves the electrical and control technology maintenance of production facilities, specifically within the food processing sector. The specialist will be responsible for programming, maintaining, and expanding programmable logic controllers (PLCs) from various manufacturers, as well as implementing modernization measures to improve plant performance. A key part of the job is to develop and execute technical strategies to boost plant availability and process safety, actively participating in technical projects like conversions, expansions, or new installations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical and automation technology, with specific expertise in Siemens control systems and fieldbus systems. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to industrial revolutions by bringing technologies to the next level for diverse clients.

Required Skills

Education

Completed vocational training as an Electrician for Industrial Systems or Automation Technology

Experience

  • Professional experience in electrical and control technology maintenance of production facilities
  • Experience with Siemens control systems (Step7, TIA Portal, SIMATIC WinCC flexible)
  • Experience with fieldbus systems (Profibus, Profinet)
  • Experience with frequency converters from various manufacturers (desirable)

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Readiness for 2-shift work