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

Alpha-Engineering KG - Erfurt

Erfurt, Thüringen, Deutschland
Published Feb 2, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

This role is seeking an innovative and systematic PLC Programmer to handle complex control challenges, primarily focused on special purpose machinery. The successful candidate will be involved from the initial concept phase through to implementation and final commissioning. Key responsibilities include collaborating with internal teams and customers to define control concepts, standardizing both PLC and HMI programming, and executing programming tasks using platforms such as Siemens TIA, Beckhoff, and Opcon+. A critical element of the job involves commissioning systems both within the factory and at the end customer's site, as well as integrating controls with higher-level systems like MES and databases. Candidates must hold a university degree (Dipl.-Ing. or M. Sc.) in Mechanical Engineering or possess comparable qualifications gained through professional experience. The position requires strong root cause analysis skills and a systematic, goal-oriented approach to work, even under challenging conditions.

Required Skills

Education

University degree (Dipl.-Ing. or M. Sc.) in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent professional qualification.

Experience

  • Ideal experience in programming specified PLC/HMI systems (Siemens TIA, Beckhoff, Opcon+)
  • Professional experience in control system engineering and programming
  • Experience in commissioning and system integration

Languages

English (Basic)

Additional

  • Required travel for system commissioning at customer sites. Must be based in or willing to work in the Waltershausen area.