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

FERCHAU GmbH Niederlassung Bochum

Vreden, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Feb 24, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

As a PLC Programmer at FERCHAU, you will be responsible for the end-to-end development of control software for complex industrial machinery and systems. Your daily activities involve creating PLC logic from scratch, parameterizing drive controllers such as servo and frequency converters, and commissioning hydraulic regulators. A significant aspect of this role includes traveling worldwide to perform on-site commissioning, functional testing, and software adjustments at client facilities. You will act as a technical bridge between electronics, mechanics, and design departments while coordinating interfaces with international partners. This position is particularly attractive for professionals who enjoy global travel and cross-functional collaboration. FERCHAU offers a robust environment for growth, featuring a comprehensive onboarding program, company pension schemes, and various corporate benefits, making it an ideal platform to sharpen your technical profile in the field of industrial automation.

Required Skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or advanced vocational training as a State-Certified Technician or Master Craftsman (Meister).

Experience

  • Proven professional experience in PLC and HMI programming, specifically with Siemens S7 or TIA Portal
  • Experience in the commissioning of machinery and industrial plants on a global scale
  • Technical background in the paper machinery or printing industry is highly preferred
  • Practical experience handling pneumatic and hydraulic actuators

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Willingness to travel worldwide for international on-site commissioning is required. Must be able to collaborate with international customers and partners.