Automation Technician / PLC Commissioning Engineer | Automatisierungstechniker / SPS-Inbetriebnehmer (m/w/d)

Brunel GmbH NL Dortmund

Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published May 5, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

As an Automation Technician and PLC Commissioning Engineer, you will play a vital role in bringing technical systems to life for Brunel's diverse industrial clients. Your day-to-day responsibilities include programming and optimizing PLC control software, performing on-site commissioning of systems, and managing HMI/visualization interfaces. You will be responsible for functional testing, troubleshooting, and conducting error analysis during service assignments. Additionally, you will support FAT/SAT acceptance procedures and maintain technical documentation while collaborating closely with electrical and mechanical design teams. This role is ideal for a proactive engineer who enjoys working in a dynamic project environment, offering the opportunity to work on varied industrial projects across Germany and abroad. The position requires a combination of technical expertise in automation, strong problem-solving skills, and a customer-oriented approach to ensure successful project delivery.

Required Skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or Automation Technology, or a certified technician qualification in a relevant field.

Experience

  • Professional experience with PLC systems, preferably Siemens S7 / TIA Portal.
  • Solid experience in electrical drive technology and fieldbus systems.
  • Proven experience in reading and working with electrical schematics and technical documentation.
  • Experience in commissioning and supporting industrial plant start-ups.

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (approximately 50%).