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

ZAGRO Bahn- und Baumaschinen GmbH

Bad Rappenau, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Mar 4, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role involves the technical commissioning and software adaptation of specialized road-rail vehicles and shunting technology at ZAGRO's headquarters and on-site. As a PLC Programmer, you will be responsible for the entire lifecycle of system activation, including performing functional tests, I/O checks, and safety inspections. You will analyze customer requirements to create individual software adjustments and troubleshoot technical issues directly within the PLC programs. This position is ideal for professionals who enjoy a mix of software development and hands-on hardware interaction. The role is particularly attractive due to ZAGRO's position as a global market leader in road-rail technology, offering a crisis-proof work environment, modern facilities, and a collaborative atmosphere. You will play a key role in setting technical standards for innovative vehicle systems while ensuring comprehensive documentation and system acceptance.

Required Skills

Education

Completed vocational training with further qualification as a Technician, or a University Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Technology, Mechatronics, or a comparable qualification.

Experience

  • Professional experience in the commissioning of automation systems and vehicle technology
  • Extensive experience in PLC programming and software adjustment
  • Practical experience with CODESYS and C/C++ programming languages
  • Experience in conducting safety inspections and system acceptance tests

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Willingness to perform on-site commissioning at customer locations; full-time availability for a permanent (unbefristet) contract; location-based in Bad Rappenau-Grombach.