PLC Programmer

HUMAN CAPiTAL

Groot-Ammers

On-site

EUR 35,712 - 61,380

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

Non-contributory pension scheme

35 vacation days

Job summary

HUMAN CAPiTAL in Groot-Ammers is seeking a PLC Software Engineer to develop and program PLC software for industrial automation systems. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary engineering team to create reliable control solutions for energy applications. The position demands strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a base salary ranging between €3,200 and €5,500 gross per month, alongside benefits like travel allowance and 35 vacation days. Candidates must live in the Netherlands and have a valid work permit.

Qualifications

Multiple years experience with PLC software for industrial automation systems.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

Develop and program PLC software for industrial automation systems.
Test and validate PLC software to ensure reliability and performance.
Create and maintain technical documentation.

Skills

PLC software development

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

CodeSys

Siemens S7

Git

Job description

Groot-Ammers, Netherlands | Posted on 05/04/2026

Our client is an innovative technology company operating in the energy sector, focused on developing and commercializing advanced solutions that improve efficiency and sustainability. Since its founding in 2009, the organization has built a strong reputation for solving complex technical challenges through engineering excellence and innovation.

To strengthen their team in Schoonhoven, they are looking for a PLC Software Engineer who wants to contribute to cutting‑edge automation projects.

The role

As a PLC Software Engineer, you will be responsible for developing, programming, and validating PLC software for industrial automation systems. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary engineering team to design reliable and efficient control solutions that support innovative energy applications.

This role offers a strong combination of hands‑on engineering, R&D involvement, and collaboration within a highly technical environment.

Key responsibilities

Develop and program PLC software for industrial automation systems
Test and validate PLC software to ensure reliability and performance
Create and maintain technical documentation
Collaborate with colleagues on code reviews and improvements
Design, adapt, and optimize PLC applications using engineering principles
Participate in R&D activities, prototyping, and technical reporting
Integrate reliability analysis into software design and testing
Work with internal tools for drawings and document control

What we’re looking for

Ideally multiple years experience with PLC software for industrial automation systems
A degree or diploma in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Ability to work in a dynamic and evolving technical environment
Basic experience with industrial software development, HW/SW interfacing, testing, and debugging
Knowledge of IEC 61131-3 PLC programming languages or willingness to learn
Strong communication skills in English
A collaborative mindset and proactive attitude
Passion for software development and practical engineering solutions

Nice to have

Experience with mechatronics (software control of mechanical systems)
Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (ModBUS, CANbus, ProfiBUS, OPC UA)
Experience with PLC environments such as CodeSys, PLCnext, or Siemens S7 (±2 years is a plus)
Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams
Knowledge of version control systems (Git, SVN, Mercurial)
Basic programming skills in Python or shell scripting

What’s on offer