Service Software Engineer (PLC)

TL;DR

Service Software Engineer (PLC): Develop, improve and commission PLC-controlled systems for pre-clinical polarizers with an accent on diagnostics, troubleshooting at customer sites worldwide, and integration of peripheral devices like pumps, sensors, and valves. Focus on enhancing HMI, collecting stakeholder feedback for product improvements, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize automation processes.

Location: Office in Ulm, Germany with home-office opportunities. Must be willing to travel up to 40% worldwide. Relocation support available.

Company

Fast-growing startup innovating quantum technology for metabolic MRI imaging, headquartered in Ulm, Germany, with a global multidisciplinary team.

What you will do

• Develop, improve and commission PLC-controlled systems.
• Perform diagnostics and troubleshooting of systems at customer sites worldwide.
• Configure and integrate peripheral devices into PLC projects.
• Interpret manuals to wire and commission components.
• Conduct first-level testing and report findings for future product integration.
• Collect feedback to implement new features and enhance HMI.
• Collaborate with teams to improve automation efficiency and provide software training.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Automation Engineering or related.
• Proven experience with Beckhoff PLC, strong Structured Text skills, OOP concepts.
• Hands-on commissioning and troubleshooting of automation systems.
• Willingness to travel up to 40%.
• Ability to read technical documentation.
• Familiarity with motion control and automation frameworks.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

Nice to have

• Version control (Git).
• Beckhoff HMI.
• Python and/or JavaScript.
• Database management.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation with base salary and stock options.
• State-of-the-art facilities, home-office opportunities, 30 vacation days.
• EGYM Wellpass, annual health budget.
• International dynamic team from 30+ nationalities, open communication.
• Ample personal initiatives and impact in a fast-growing startup.