PLC Programmer | SPS-Programmierer (m/w/d)

Graewe GmbH

Neuenburg am Rhein, Baden-WĂĽrttemberg, Deutschland
Published Nov 26, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role involves serving as a key driver for the control, HMI, and safety technology of custom-built extrusion machinery within a family-owned innovation company. The PLC Programmer will be responsible for creating structured PLC programs, developing user interfaces using tools like WinCC/TIA, and implementing complex safety functions (e.g., with F-CPU). Daily tasks include factory and customer site commissioning, systematic diagnostics, performance tuning, and comprehensive technical documentation and training for operating teams. The ideal candidate holds a degree or qualification in Electrical Engineering or Automation Technology, possesses strong experience in PLC programming and commissioning of special-purpose machinery, and demonstrates excellent knowledge of Siemens TIA Portal (S7-1500/F) and WinCC. This is an attractive opportunity for a proactive, analytical professional who thrives on problem-solving and innovation in a specialized engineering environment.

Required Skills

Education

Completed vocational training or degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Technology, Mechatronics, or equivalent.

Experience

  • Professional experience in PLC programming and commissioning of special-purpose machinery or industrial plants
  • Practical experience with safety technology (PL/SIL)
  • Experience with Feldbus systems (PROFINET/PROFIBUS/EtherCAT)
  • Experience with drive technology (e.g., Siemens/SEW)

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Basic)

Additional

  • Willingness to travel for customer site commissioning (planned, within usual limits). The position is based in Neuenburg am Rhein, Germany. Start date is scheduled for 2026.