Key Skills

Job Description

Build your skills while working on real industrial machines. We are looking for a PLC / Automation Software Engineer to join our team and help modernize and improve a fleet of industrial packaging machines. This is a great opportunity for an engineer with a solid foundation in PLC software and industrial automation who wants to develop further in a practical, hands-on environment. You don’t need to know everything from day one. You will work closely with an experienced senior software engineer who will help you learn our machines, systems and way of working. What will you be doing as a PLC/Automation Software Engineer? Our packaging machines are being progressively modernized, including the migration from legacy Modicon PLCs to modern Rockwell Allen-Bradley PLCs and the replacement and expansion of servo systems. Your main role will be on the software side of these projects. Your responsibilities will include, among other things: Work with existing PLC programs and understand how the machine software operates; Debug and troubleshoot PLC software when problems occur; Make software modifications related to machine upgrades and new functionality; Work with Rockwell Allen-Bradley PLCs and gradually build your expertise in the platform; Work with HMI systems and understand how the HMI, PLC and machine interact; Help commission machines after hardware and software modifications; Investigate machine problems systematically and identify the root cause; Work together with electrical engineers during machine upgrades, providing the software support needed to get the machine running again; Support the modernization of approximately 26 packaging machines over time; Learn to work with servo systems, machine communication, safety systems and other automation technologies as your experience grows. Who are you? We are looking for someone with a good foundation in industrial automation and PLC software. You should have: Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting; The ability to read and understand existing PLC code; A good understanding of PLC logic, sequences, I/O, interlocks and machine control; Some experience with HMI systems; A structured and analytical approach to troubleshooting; An interest in understanding how software interacts with real machines; A practical mindset and willingness to work at the machine when needed; The ability to learn new technologies and systems quickly; Good communication skills and the ability to work closely with experienced engineers and other disciplines. Experience with these technologies is a plus You don’t need experience with all of these. Knowledge of one or more is an advantage: Modicon PLCs; Rockwell Allen-Bradley PLCs; Servo and motion-control systems; Rockwell or Nidec servo drives; Industrial communication networks; SCADA systems; Safety systems; Industrial sensors, including SICK; Packaging machinery; Production-line integration. What makes this role different? This isn’t a role where you are expected to arrive as an expert in every technology we use. We are looking for a good automation software engineer who wants to grow. The core software and machine knowledge is already in our team. You will work alongside an experienced engineer and progressively take more responsibility as you become familiar with the systems. You will work on real machines, real production environments and real engineering problems from troubleshooting an existing PLC program to helping modernize an entire packaging machine. If you enjoy understanding how things work, solving problems and seeing your software make a physical machine work, this could be a great next step in your career. What do we offer you? A permanent position with a gross monthly salary between €5,000 and €6,500, depending on experience; 30 vacation days and an attractive retirement plan; A mobility budget or company car, including a fuel card (also for electric vehicles); A wellness budget of €240 per year for your health; Barbecues, ski trips, bike rides, and get-togethers with your coworkers; Training and courses tailored to your professional development; The opportunity to work on challenging projects at various companies; A supportive team of coworkers and regular fun activities.

Core Responsibilities

Maintain, debug, and modify PLC software for packaging-machine upgrades, including migration from Modicon to Rockwell Allen-Bradley PLCs and expansion of servo systems. Support commissioning and troubleshooting alongside electrical engineers while progressively contributing to the modernization of approximately 26 machines.

Requirements

Candidates should have experience programming and troubleshooting PLCs, be able to understand existing code and machine-control logic, and have some experience with HMI systems. A structured, practical approach to problem-solving, willingness to work hands-on with machines, ability to learn new technologies, and strong communication skills are also expected.

Benefits

• Permanent Position
• Gross Monthly Salary Of €5,000–€6,500
• 30 Vacation Days
• Retirement Plan
• Mobility Budget Or Company Car
• Fuel Card
• Annual Wellness Budget Of €240
• Training And Professional Development Courses
• Challenging Projects At Various Companies
• Supportive Team And Social Activities