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

The Petfood Company GmbH

Bocholt, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Apr 30, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

As a PLC Programmer and Automation Engineer in Bocholt, you will play a vital role in maintaining, optimizing, and commissioning complex industrial automation systems. Your daily responsibilities include programming and parameterizing control, drive, and safety systems, performing system and integration tests, and troubleshooting production plant issues. You will also collaborate on modernization and digitalization projects, including MES integration and OT security initiatives. This position is ideal for a proactive professional who thrives in a collaborative, dynamic environment. You will work closely with internal teams and external service providers to ensure the reliability and security of production infrastructure. The role offers a challenging, responsible position with strong support for professional development, a comprehensive onboarding process, and long-term career growth opportunities in an industrial setting.

Required Skills

Education

Completed vocational training as an Automation Technician, Electronics Technician for Automation Technology, Mechatronics Engineer, or equivalent qualification. Further qualification as a state-certified technician or master craftsman in automation or electrical engineering is a plus.

Experience

  • Professional experience in the operation or maintenance of industrial automation systems.
  • Practical experience in PLC programming and industrial drive technology.
  • Experience with HMI and SCADA software environments.
  • Exposure to Industrie 4.0 technologies and MES systems is considered an advantage.

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Willingness to participate in on-call duty (Rufbereitschaft) as required.