Automation Technician | Automatisierungstechniker (m/w/d) (Simmerath)

timetable Fachpersonal GmbH

Simmerath, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Mar 26, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role involves the development and project planning of complex control and regulation systems for a leading manufacturer in the plant engineering sector. As an Automation Technician, you will be responsible for programming and commissioning PLC controls and visualization systems specifically for industrial furnace plants and their peripheral equipment. Your day-to-day tasks include conducting software tests before delivery, managing on-site commissioning both domestically and internationally, and creating comprehensive technical documentation and maintenance manuals according to CE standards. You will also play a key role in coordinating with external automation partners and continuously developing company-specific software standards. This position is attractive due to its permanent contract, competitive salary range between €45,000 and €47,000, and the opportunity to work for a renowned company with a high likelihood of permanent placement through a specialized recruitment firm.

Required Skills

Education

Completed degree in Electrical Engineering or advanced training as a State-Certified Technician specializing in Electrical Engineering.

Experience

  • Several years of professional experience in heavy machinery and plant engineering, ideally within the furnace construction sector
  • Extensive experience in the design, construction, calculation, and commissioning of industrial plants
  • Proven experience in conducting hazard analyses and designing safety-related equipment
  • Professional experience in coordinating and managing external automation partners
  • Experience in developing and maintaining software standards for machinery and components

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally is required. Candidates must be proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel). The role is initially through labor leasing with a permanent contract structure.