Software Design Engineer | Softwarekonstrukteur (m/w/d)

KHS GmbH

Bad Kreuznach, Rheinland-Pfalz, Deutschland
Published Mar 4, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

As a Software Design Engineer at KHS, you will be responsible for developing machine programs for KEG filling and cleaning technology at the Bad Kreuznach site. Your day-to-day work involves creating software that adheres to customer specifications and KHS quality standards, as well as independently developing visualization software. You will play a critical role in ensuring the functionality of individual components and testing process sequences. Beyond development, you will provide technical support during commissioning both in-house and at customer sites worldwide. This role is ideal for a proactive engineer who enjoys taking ownership of projects and working with high-end automation technology in the beverage and liquid food industry. The position offers the stability of a subsidiary of Salzgitter AG while providing the excitement of international field assignments and cutting-edge filling technology development.

Required Skills

Education

University degree (Diploma or Master) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a comparable technical field of study.

Experience

  • Professional experience in PLC programming using Siemens TIA Portal or Rockwell RS Logix 5000
  • Experience in creating machine programs for filling and cleaning technology
  • Experience in developing visualization software
  • Proven track record of independent project management and technical documentation
  • Experience in technical support and commissioning of industrial plants

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Willingness to travel for worldwide field service assignments is required. This is a fixed-term position until February 11, 2028, located in Bad Kreuznach, Rhineland-Palatinate.