PLC/Automation Engineer (Siemens TIA Portal)
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We are looking for a PLC/Automation Engineer to join a long-term project for a German industrial client. You'll develop and maintain control software for production equipment, working with Siemens PLCs and industrial automation systems. Occasional on-site visits to Germany may be required for commissioning.
What you'll do:
- Develop and maintain PLC programs in Siemens TIA Portal (Step 7, WinCC)
- Configure and maintain SCADA/HMI systems for production monitoring
- Work with field devices, sensors and industrial communication protocols (Profinet, Modbus, OPC UA)
- Support commissioning and testing of automated production lines
- Debug and troubleshoot issues in live industrial environments
- Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers on system integration
Requirements:
- 4+ years of experience in PLC programming or industrial automation
- Hands-on experience with Siemens TIA Portal / Step 7 / SPS programming
- Experience with SCADA/HMI systems (WinCC)
- Understanding of industrial communication protocols (Profinet, Modbus, OPC UA)
- Experience with real-time systems
- English level C1, comfortable in daily communication with a German client
- Willingness to travel occasionally for on-site commissioning
Nice to have:
- Experience with multiple PLC vendors (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff)
- Knowledge of functional safety standards (IEC 61508/61511)
- Experience with robotics or motion control systems
We offer:
- Competitive salary depending on experience
- Long-term project with a stable international client
- Flexible remote work with occasional on-site visits, minimal bureaucracy
- Direct communication with the client's engineering team, no unnecessary layers