Software Automation Engineer

MUVIQ; Ivrea; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Hybrid work with 1 remote day per week

Exposure to challenging projects

Job summary

MUVIQ S.r.l. in Ivrea is seeking an Automation Software Engineer to develop, program and commission automation systems for production lines. You will work on PLCs, HMIs, robots and control systems, collaborating with Engineering, Maintenance and Production teams.

The role involves hardware/software specification, debugging, and supporting integration in Industry 4.0 environments, with a hybrid work model including remote days.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years in a similar role
• Technical diploma or degree in automation or related field
• Strong knowledge of PLC programming and robotics

Responsibilities

• Develop, program and manage PLC-based automation systems
• Design and customize HMI, motion and supervision systems
• Program and configure industrial robots
• Integrate sensors and vision systems for production control
• Define hardware and software specifications for automation projects
• Develop and debug machine software using simulation tools
• Perform I/O testing, debugging and validation
• Support integration of machines in Industry 4.0/Smart Factory environments
• Prepare technical documentation for design, testing and maintenance
• Provide technical support to Maintenance and Production teams
• Collaborate with external suppliers on equipment projects
• Monitor projects to meet deadlines and technical requirements

Skills

PLC programming

Industrial robot programming

HMI / Motion / supervision

Sensors & vision

Mechanical drawings

English

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Automation/Electronics/Mechatronics degree

Tools

LabVIEW

National Instruments tools

Job description

About the Role:

We are looking for an Automation Software Engineer to join our team in Ivrea.

In this role, you will be responsible for the development, programming and commissioning of automation systems for our production and assembly lines, working on PLCs, HMIs, industrial robots and control systems.

You will contribute to both existing equipment and the development of new machines and workstations, collaborating closely with Engineering, Maintenance, Production and external suppliers.

Your Responsibilities:

• Develop, program and manage PLC-based automation systems
• Design and customize HMI, Motion and supervision systems
• Program and configure industrial robots
• Integrate sensors, vision systems and other electronic devices for inline production control
• Define hardware and software specifications for automation projects
• Develop and debug machine software using simulation tools
• Perform I/O testing, machine debugging and functional testing
• Support the integration of machines within Industry 4.0 / Smart Factory environments
• Prepare technical documentation related to design, installation, testing and maintenance activities
• Provide technical support to Maintenance and Production teams
• Collaborate directly with external suppliers involved in new equipment and automation projects
• Monitor project activities and ensure deadlines and technical requirements are met

Qualifications

Technical Diploma or Degree in Automation, Electronics, Mechatronics or a related technical field

Required Experience:

7-10 years in a similar role

Technical Expertise

• Excellent knowledge of PLC programming
• Experience with industrial robot programming
• Knowledge of HMI, Motion, supervision and safety systems
• Familiarity with industrial sensors, vision systems and production-line control technologies
• Knowledge of mechanical drawings and assembly processes
• Knowledge of LabVIEW / National Instruments is considered an advantage

Soft Skills:

• Good command of English
• Availability to travel worldwide.
• Strong problem-solving skills, proactivity and a results-oriented mindset
• Ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams

What We Offer:

• Exposure to challenging, high-impact projects
• A permanent contract
• Hybrid working model with up to one remote working day per week.

This position is open to candidates of all genders (L. 903/77 and L. 125/91). Personal data will be processed in accordance with EU Regulation 2016/679 (GDPR).