Automation Technician / PLC Programmer | Automatisierungstechniker / SPS-Programmierer (m/w/d)

FERCHAU GmbH Niederlassung Ludwigshafen

Ludwigshafen am Rhein, Rheinland-Pfalz, Deutschland
Published Jun 13, 2025

Job Summary

This role is for an Automation Engineer / PLC Programmer who will be instrumental in connecting people and technology, ensuring the perfect match for clients. Day-to-day, you will develop new PLC programs and software solutions, integrating and programming robots, camera, and screwing systems into existing plants. A key part of the role involves analyzing and optimizing quality and OEE-relevant process issues, identifying cost-saving potentials, and ensuring process stability while adhering to occupational safety. You'll also be responsible for root cause analysis, defining and implementing measures within production projects, and documenting quality and OEE-relevant process topics. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Mechatronics or Automation Technology, professional experience in PLC programming, and strong knowledge of Simatic and TIA. This position offers long-term planning security with an unlimited employment contract, opportunities for professional development through the FERCHAU Academy, and a collaborative environment with team events.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree in Mechatronics, Automation Technology, or comparable qualification

Experience

  • Professional experience in PLC programming
  • Professional experience in the automotive supplier industry (desirable)

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Not specified