PLC Programmer / Automation Engineer | SPS-Programmierer/Automatisierungstechniker (m/w/d)
FERCHAU GmbH Niederlassung Dortmund
Job Summary
As a PLC Programmer and Automation Engineer at FERCHAU, you will be responsible for the end-to-end development and programming of control software for sophisticated industrial automation systems. Your daily tasks involve creating software concepts based on specific client requirements, utilizing platforms such as Siemens TIA Portal, Step 7, Rockwell, or Beckhoff. You will integrate complex drive, safety, and fieldbus systems like Profinet and EtherCAT, while performing rigorous simulations and error analyses. A significant portion of this role (approximately 40%) involves on-site commissioning both domestically and internationally, ensuring systems are optimized for performance and maintainability. This position is particularly attractive due to its permanent contract, comprehensive benefits package including childcare allowances, and the opportunity to work on diverse projects for high-profile clients across various technology sectors.
Required Skills
Education
Completed degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a comparable technical vocational training/qualification.
Experience
- Several years of professional experience in PLC programming and the commissioning of industrial plants
- Proven experience in developing software concepts according to project requirements
- Practical experience with HMI systems and visualization methods
- Experience in integrating safety and fieldbus systems
- Professional background in automation or electrical engineering
Languages
Additional
- Willingness to travel nationally and internationally (approximately 40% travel required). German language skills at a minimum of B2 level are mandatory.
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