Senior PLC Software Development Engineer

Bühler Gruppe; Lavamünd; Hybrid; EUR 65.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Bühler Gruppe in Austria (Kärnten, Lavamünd) seeks a capable engineer to join R&D for automation and software solutions that drive advanced machine control systems. You will blend PLC programming with modern software development to deliver reliable, high-performing automation that enhances process and product quality.

The role requires designing and maintaining visualization software (C# backend, Angular frontend) and close collaboration with electrical, mechanical, process, and project teams,

Qualifikationen

• Degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or comparable technical field.
• Several years of experience in industrial automation, with PLC programming, machine control software, and frontend development (Angular/TypeScript/HTML/CSS).
• Good understanding of software engineering principles, testing, version control, and documentation; willingness to learn data science and ML for industrial applications.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills in interdisciplinary teams; fluent English and good German.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement PLC software for machine control systems, primarily using Siemens platforms; Rockwell is a plus.
• Design, implement, and maintain visualization software, including C# backend services and Angular-based frontend applications.
• Analyze technical requirements and translate into robust automation and software solutions aligned with standards.
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, process, and project teams; coordinate with development teams in China.
• Support machine commissioning, troubleshooting, optimization, and 3rd-level support, remotely and on-site as needed.

Kenntnisse

PLC programming

Machine control software

C# backend

Angular/TypeScript/HTML/CSS frontend

English & German

Analytical thinking

Ausbildung

Automation Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Computer Science / Systems Engineering degree

Tools

Siemens automation platforms

Rockwell knowledge

Jobbeschreibung

Join Bühler'sBusiness Area Value Nutritionand help shape the next generation of automation and software solutions for advanced machine control systems. In this role withinR&D, you will combine PLC programming, modern software development, and interdisciplinary collaboration to develop reliable, efficient, and high-performing solutions that support our customers in achieving outstanding process and product quality.

This is where you'll excel

• You develop and implement PLC software for machine control systems, primarily using Siemens automation platforms; Rockwell knowledge is an advantage
• You design, implement, and maintain visualization software, including C# backend services and Angular-based frontend applications
• You analyze technical requirements and translate them into robust automation and software solutions aligned with engineering standards and best practices
• You collaborate closely with electrical, mechanical, process, and project teams, including close cooperation with our development team in China
• You support machine commissioning, troubleshooting, optimization, and 3rd-level support for machine control systems and related services, both remotely and on-site when required

These are the skills you'll need

• Degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a comparable technical field, ideally from a University of Applied Sciences or ETH
• Several years of experience in industrial automation, with solid knowledge of PLC programming, machine control software, relevant automation standards, C# backend development, and ideally Angular, TypeScript, HTML, and CSS frontend development
• Good understanding of software engineering principles, including modular design, testing, version control, and documentation, combined with analytical thinking, strong problem-solving skills and deployment strategies as well as willingness to learn data science, data analytics, and machine learning methods for industrial applications
• Strong communication and collaboration skills in interdisciplinary teams, along with very good English and good German skills
• Willingness to travel up to 10% per year

Questions? We are happy to answer them!

Questions? We are happy to answer them!

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Two billion people eat food every day that was produced with Bühler equipment. One billion people drive vehicles whose parts were manufactured with our machines. Bühler aims to balance humanity, nature, and the economy in every decision as it develops solutions that unlock sustainable business opportunities in the global food, feed, and mobility industries. We strive to create innovations for a better world, with a special focus on healthy, safe, and sustainable solutions. Therefore, we team up with customers, start-ups, multinationals, and academia to accelerate impact together.