Automation Engineer - Industrial Packaging Machinery
Fürstenau, Germany
€56,000 - €63,500 + Union Salary Increases + Structured Training Programme + External Schneider Training + Long-Term Progression + Stable Company + 37-Hour Week
Are you looking for an opportunity to work on advanced automation systems used within industrial packaging machinery?
Do you have experience with Codesys, Structured Text, and motion control systems, and want to become a specialist within a growing automation team?
I am currently representing a leading manufacturer of end-of-line packaging equipment that has been operating for over 50 years. With over 550 employees globally and a dedicated automation department of 21 engineers, they are continuing to invest heavily in software development and machine standardisation.
In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining software solutions for highly automated packaging machinery. You will work on PLC programming, machine templates, industrial networking, and integration of third-party equipment, helping the business move towards its long-term goal of creating a standardised software platform that can operate across multiple control systems.
The successful candidate will have experience with Codesys-based PLCs, Structured Text programming, and automation systems. They will receive extensive internal training as well as external Schneider training opportunities to further develop their expertise.
You will be joining a stable and growing company, offering long-term progression into technical specialist positions whilst working on complex automation projects.
The Role:
1. Programming and development of PLC software for automated packaging machinery
2. Creating, modifying, and optimising software solutions and machine templates
3. Integration of third-party equipment into existing automation systems
4. Industrial networking and customer interface connectivity
5. Fault finding, troubleshooting, and remote support
6. Supporting machine commissioning and customer acceptance testing
7. Development of testing procedures and technical documentation
The Candidate:
8. Experience with Codesys and Structured Text programming
9. Understanding of servo systems and motion control
10. English language skills required
11. Background in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar