Systech provides trusted identification and traceability solutions that establish essential product data, ensure digital connectivity and enable real-time insights—on the packaging line and throughout the supply chain. With decades of experience as the pioneer of pharmaceutical serialization, and further strengthened through our recent acquisition of Pharmacontrol Electronic GmbH (PCE), a prominent European pharmaceutical track & trace solutions provider, Systech offers comprehensive, easily configured, turnkey software solutions with reliable implementation and expert support.
Global brands across industries rely on Systech's platform to help them achieve their objectives in compliance, resiliency, sustainability, and digital transformation. Systech is a leading brand of Markem-Imaje®, a global product identification, packaging intelligence, and connected product solutions provider and a part of Dover Corporation.
As the R&D SPS Programmer, you are primarily in charge in developing PLC-based real-time applications that are used in our customers' production facilities worldwide. In addition to developing new applications, you will also be responsible for adapting existing software for complex automation systems. You use TwinCat 3 as well as B&R Automation Studio and TIA Portal for older systems. You will be responsible for the specification preparation, the subsequent error-free functionality of the PLC software and the corresponding interfaces (e.g. PC application, machine hardware) as well as their documentation within the agreed time. You will work independently, solution- and goal-oriented, quality-conscious, customer-oriented and creative on the further development of our core products. You will work primarily in close cooperation with the "Team Lead PLC" as well as the service, project management and in some cases directly with end customers.
Core Responsibilities
Independent development and expansion of PLC programs of Beckhoff systems in coordination with the team leader
Definition, creation and documentation (functional descriptions) of PLC software, corresponding in-house tests, validation
Structured error analysis, correction of software bugs and, if necessary, development/implementation of customer-specific adaptations after prior approval
Independent project work and project management in the field of software development according to recognized software guidelines in cooperation with internal stakeholders
Versioning of PLC
Technical customer support on site at the customer's site as well as via remote connection in the event of PLC problems occurring during the Function System Test, Factory Acceptance Test and Site Acceptance Test.
Support in the creation of training material and documentation regarding the PLC software
Release planning / testing of PLC software and corresponding hardware
Creation of test setups for control-specific tests
Release management / documentation / internal communication
3+ years of professional experience in the related field
Solid PLC-related knowledge and practical application knowledge
Experience with the programming language structured text according to IEC 61131-3
Ability to identify and resolve complex problems that arise
Understanding of technology solutions and operations from a functional, technical as well as from a learning perspective.
Demonstrate ability to work well in a team environment.
Good spoken and written German and English, additional languages a plus.
Detail oriented and self-motivated.
Work Flexibility and Job Offer:
Systech offers excellent career and development opportunities listed across its parent Operating Company Markem Imaje and Dover Corporation.
An appreciative environment and flat hierarchies with approx. 80 employees in the PCE business unit, which is part of the global Track &T race company SYSTECH
The right platform and plenty of creative freedom to realize your visions
A technically complex, sophisticated and high-quality product base that creates real added value for our customers
An open-ended contract
Flexible working hours and mobile office possibilities up to 2 days per week
Additional local and global benefit programs
Salary: 65000 – 80000 EUR / YEAR
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