German Overview: Senior Softwareprogrammierer*in (m/w/d) Steuerungstechnik / SPS EW-Tec Industrieservice & Anlagentechnik GmbH Company Mission Wir gestalten ein inspirierendes Umfeld voller spannender Herausforderungen, in dem jedes Teammitglied seine Stärken sinnvoll entfalten kann. Mit Freude an der Arbeit erschaffen wir begeisternde Erlebnisse – für uns und unsere Geschäftspartner Core Values • First We Then I - "Keiner ist so klug wie wir alle" • Straßenschlau - Pragmatismus und Lösungsorientierung • Extrameile - Wir führen jedes Projekt zum Erfolg • Hoher Wirkungsgrad - "Always keep pushing to improve" • Come as you are - gemeinsam offen, gemeinsam stark • Wissbegier - Lust auf Veränderung & neue Wege Short version JD Requirements ▪ Successfully completed studies in automation or electrical engineering, or a comparable technician qualification with at least 5 years of professional experience ▪ Solid knowledge of PLC controls, especially Siemens SIMATIC Step7 TIA Portal and Classic (other systems such as Allen-Bradley, Bosch Rexroth, Beckhoff are a plus) ▪ Expertise in drive technology (e.g., SINAMICS S120/S210/G120) ▪ Experience implementing safety-related functions in control and drive technology ▪ Willingness to travel (approx. 30% nationally & internationally) ▪ Very good German and English language skills ▪ High motivation, willingness to learn, and enthusiasm for creating new solutions together as a team Tasks & Responsibilities ▪ Development of control and regulation concepts for state-of-the-art machines and systems ▪ Programming of machine and plant control systems with a focus on drive technology ▪ Commissioning of control and drive technology at customer sites in Germany and abroad ▪ Error analysis and troubleshooting on-site at the customer or via remote support Core Benefits ▪ Permanent employment in a future-oriented, growing company ▪ Exciting and varied assignments with well-known customers worldwide ▪ Freedom to contribute your own ideas and work independently ▪ Appreciation, a dynamic and motivated team, and shared success celebrations ▪ Individual onboarding and targeted development to systematically expand your technical expertise ▪ Fair, performance-based salary (55,000 – 80,000 EUR) plus attractive additional benefits (e.g., JobRad, Wellpass, long-term employee rewards) Required Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience Employment Type: Full-time Website: https://www.ew-tec.com/ Long version JD: Company Overview ▪ Name: EW-Tec Industrieservice & Anlagentechnik GmbH ▪ Industry: Industrial Automation / Engineering Services ▪ HQ & Locations: Viersen (DE) HQ; project sites worldwide ▪ Founded / Size: 1995 / ≈ 32–35 employees ▪ Core Business: Technical consulting, control-cabinet production, PLC programming & commissioning, mechanical/electrical design, manufacturing, IoT/data integration; Siemens Solution Partner ▪ Mission & Vision: Growth-focused full-service automation provider with people at the centre ▪ Key Values: People-centric, community spirit, customer success, hands-on mentality ▪ Culture & Work Environment: Highly motivated, dynamic, team-oriented; mix of on-site shop floor & global field work; German working language with international exposure ▪ Unique Selling Points: Broad responsibility on complex machinery, direct project impact, high autonomy, strong professional & personal development paths, fast-growing niche player Role Overview ▪ Job Title: SPS Programmierer (PLC Programmer) ▪ Reason for Hiring: Growth ▪ No. of Vacancies: 1 Location & Working Model ▪ Primary Location: Viers or Lichtenwald ▪ Remote / Hybrid / On-Site Policy: Onsite remote work depending on projects possible ▪ Travel Requirements: Approx. 30 % national & international Key Responsibilities ▪ Develop control and regulation concepts for advanced machinery and plants ▪ Program machine and plant controls with focus on drive technology ▪ Commission control and drive systems at customer sites (domestic & international) ▪ Perform fault analysis and troubleshooting on-site or via remote support ▪ Implement safety functions in control and drive technology ▪ Act as a primary technical contact alongside project managers, fostering long-term customer relationships ✅ Ideal Candidate Profile Must-Haves: ▪ Degree in Automation/Electrical Engineering or comparable technician qualification minimum 5 yrs experience ▪ Strong PLC knowledge: Siemens SIMATIC Step7 TIA Portal & Classic ▪ Initial exposure to drive technology (e.g., SINAMICS S120/S210/G120) ▪ Experience implementing safety functions in control & drive systems ▪ German C1 and English B2 proficiency ▪ Willingness to travel ~30 % (national & international) ▪ Valid driver’s licence Nice-to-Haves: ▪ Experience with other PLC systems (Allen-Bradley, Bosch Rexroth, Beckhoff) ▪ Deeper expertise in drive engineering ▪ Remote support experience Dealbreakers / Red Flags: ▪ Insufficient language skills (German/English) ▪ Residing outside the country ▪ Lack of fundamental PLC expertise Personality Traits: ▪ High motivation & learning agility ▪ Team-oriented, solution-focused mindset ▪ Customer-centric communication style Experience & Education ▪ Experience: Minimum 5 years in automation / PLC programming ▪ Education: Degree in Automation or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent technician certification ▪ Specific Tools/Technologies: Siemens SIMATIC Step7 (TIA Portal & Classic); SINAMICS drives; safety PLC functions Compensation ▪ Base Salary Range: €55,000 – €80,000 gross p.a. (variable included) ▪ Variable/Bonus: Performance variable already included in range; additional benefits (JobRad, Wellpass, long-service bonus) Contract Details ▪ Contract Type: permanent ▪ Working Hours: 40 hours ▪ Vacation Days: 30 days ▪ Probation Period: 6 months Perks ▪ JobRad bike leasing ▪ Wellpass fitness/well-being subsidy ▪ Long-service recognition payments ▪ Broad technical scope & complex projects ▪ Strong professional & personal development opportunities ▪ Dynamic, growth-oriented SME culture Sourcing Guidance (Recruiter Enablement) ▪ Target Industries / Companies (Whitelist): Mechanical engineering, automation technology, machine & plant construction, industrial controls suppliers ▪ Relevant Job Titles: SPS Programmierer, PLC Programmer, Automatisierungstechniker, Steuerungsingenieur, Inbetriebnahmeingenieur, Automation Engineer ▪ Boolean Search Suggestion: ("SPS Programmierer" OR "PLC Programmer" OR "Automatisierungsingenieur") AND (Siemens OR "Step7" OR "TIA Portal") AND (SINAMICS OR "drive technology") AND German AND English ▪ Pitch Ideas for Candidate Outreach: ▪ Emphasize cutting-edge automation projects with global customers and 30 % travel mix ▪ Highlight focus on Siemens tech stack and opportunity to broaden into multi-vendor PLCs ▪ Stress long-term customer relationships and key role interfacing directly with project leads Hiring Process ▪ Step 1 – CV/skills screening for technical fit ▪ Step 2 – Video interview (Microsoft Teams) for cultural fit ▪ Step 3 – Technical task / trial work, followed by on-site interview & offer