PLC Programmer - Pharmaceutical Industry | SPS-Programmierer Pharma (m/w/d)
FERCHAU GmbH Niederlassung Giessen
Job Summary
This role involves driving digitalization and networking projects for prominent clients within the Pharmaceutical and Life Science sectors. The successful candidate will be responsible for the full lifecycle of control systems, including programming PLC controls compliant with the IEC-61131 standard and developing comprehensive machine and plant visualizations. A key daily task is integrating control technology with higher-level process control systems. Furthermore, the role requires commissioning machinery and plants, both at the in-house technical center and occasionally at customer sites. Candidates must possess a degree in Automation Technology or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent certified technician qualification) and demonstrate solid experience in PLC programming, specifically using platforms such as Simatic Batch, Simatic PCS7, and Simatic S7. Strong overall knowledge of automation technology and the ability to create detailed technical documentation are essential for this challenging position.
Required Skills
Education
Completed degree in Automation Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a comparable field; alternatively, successful further training as a state-certified technician specializing in Automation Technology
Experience
- Experience in PLC programming
 - Experience in system visualization
 - Professional experience in automation technology (implied by required knowledge)
 
Languages
Additional
- Willingness to travel for commissioning machines and plants at customer sites; Application requires reference number VA44-76177-GI
 
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