Lead Engineer Electrical & Automation (PLC)-

FairPlay Engineering; Den Haag; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

FairPlay Engineering is seeking an experienced PLC Engineer to design, program, test, and commission advanced control systems for high-tech automation in the renewable energy sector. You will collaborate with software, service, and production teams to develop new functionalities and continuously improve existing systems.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 5 years of PLC experience with Beckhoff TwinCAT, Siemens, or Allen-Bradley platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a PLC Engineer.
• Experience with Beckhoff TwinCAT, Siemens, and/or Allen-Bradley PLC platforms.
• Proficiency in Structured Text (ST) programming and Object-Oriented Programming (OOP).
• Basic electrical troubleshooting and measurement skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within multidisciplinary teams.
• Good command of the English language.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize PLC-based control systems.
• Implement new machine functionalities and improve existing solutions.
• Collaborate with software engineers to create user-friendly HMI interfaces.
• Test, debug, and commission control applications.
• Provide technical support during commissioning, upgrades, and troubleshooting activities, both remotely and on-site.
• Support production, service, and customer teams with technical expertise.
• Take ownership of projects within your discipline from concept through implementation.
• Coordinate priorities with internal stakeholders, including management, sales, and customer service teams.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, or related field

Tools

Beckhoff TwinCAT

Siemens

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Job description

Intro information

Are you passionate about sustainable energy and advanced industrial automation? This is a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative technologies that support the global transition toward renewable energy. You will work on high-tech automation systems, collaborate with international engineering teams, and play a key role in developing solutions that help improve the efficiency and quality of renewable energy technologies worldwide

Company information

Our client is an innovative technology company operating within the renewable energy and high-tech equipment sector. The organisation develops and manufactures advanced testing and automation solutions used by leading international manufacturers and research institutes. With a strong focus on innovation, quality, and engineering excellence, the company offers a dynamic and international working environment.

Vacancy information

We are looking for an experienced PLC Engineer to join an innovative organization operating in the renewable energy and high-tech manufacturing sector. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, programming, testing, and commissioning advanced control systems for complex automated equipment. You will work closely with software engineers, service engineers, and production teams to develop new functionalities and continuously improve existing systems.

• Design, develop, and optimize PLC-based control systems.
• Implement new machine functionalities and improve existing solutions.
• Collaborate with software engineers to create user-friendly HMI interfaces.
• Test, debug, and commission control applications.
• Provide technical support during commissioning, upgrades, and troubleshooting activities, both remotely and on-site.
• Support production, service, and customer teams with technical expertise.
• Take ownership of projects within your discipline from concept through implementation.
• Coordinate priorities with internal stakeholders, including management, sales, and customer service teams.

What do you need

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a PLC Engineer.
• Experience with Beckhoff (TwinCAT), Siemens, and/or Allen-Bradley PLC platforms.
• Proficiency in Structured Text (ST) programming and Object-Oriented Programming (OOP).
• Basic electrical troubleshooting and measurement skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within multidisciplinary teams.
• Good command of the English language