PLC Software Architect (m/f/d)

Körber Pharma Packaging AG; Maia; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work option

Competitive salary package

Health insurance for family

Well-Being program

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

Körber Supply Chain is seeking a PLC Software Architect to join our Automation Engineering team. You will develop PLC software for intralogistics systems, lead standardization efforts, and own software solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

You will document solutions, train colleagues, and contribute to best practices; travel up to 20% to support global projects. This role requires hands-on PLC experience and a structured, collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or an equivalent qualification; or a technical apprenticeship with additional training.
• At least 3 years of hands-on PLC Architecture experience in intralogistics, warehouse automation, storage/retrieval machines, and conveyors.
• Strong expertise with Siemens TIA Portal, ideally with Integrated Safety concepts.
• Experience with industrial drive technology (SEW) and networks PROFINET, PROFIBUS, CAN, IO-Link.
• Willingness to travel locally or internationally (≈20% of time).

Responsibilities

• Develop PLC software independently and collaboratively for intralogistics and material handling systems.
• Contribute to the development, harmonization, and standardization of automation software platforms.
• Take technical ownership of software solutions and support engineering standards and best practices.
• Create technical documentation, training materials, and knowledge-sharing content.
• Collaborate with software, electrical engineering, project management, service, and product teams to deliver sustainable automation solutions.
• Support project teams in identifying and implementing optimal technical solutions and act as a trusted contact for customers and internal stakeholders.

Skills

PLC Architecture

TIA Portal

Safety concepts

Industrial drives

Industrial networks

Project coordination

Technical leadership

Education

Automation/Electrical/Mechatronics degree

Job description

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We are looking for a PLC Software Architect to join our Automation Engineering team. Joining a team of approximately 10 automation specialists, you will play a key role in developing, standardizing, and commissioning innovative intralogistics solutions.Working within an international engineering organization, you will collaborate with colleagues across different countries and disciplines to drive harmonized software solutions, share best practices, and shape the future of our automation platform.

Your role:

• Develop PLC software independently and collaboratively for innovative intralogistics and material handling systems.
• Actively contribute to the further development, harmonization, and standardization of our automation software platforms.
• Take technical ownership of software solutions and support the definition and implementation of engineering standards and best practices.
• Create technical documentation, training materials, and knowledge-sharing content to support our global engineering organization.
• Collaborate closely with software development, electrical engineering, project management, service, and product development teams to deliver sustainable automation solutions.
• Support project teams in identifying and implementing optimal technical solutions while serving as a trusted contact for customers and internal stakeholders.

Your profile:

• You hold a degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a comparable qualification. Alternatively, you have completed a technical apprenticeship complemented by further professional training.

At least 3 years of hands-on experience in PLC Architecture, ideally combined with PLC programming and commissioning experience within intralogistics, warehouse automation, storage and retrieval machines, and conveyor systems.

Candidates without direct intralogistics experience may also be considered if they bring strong PLC Architecture expertise and have contributed to the development, maintenance, governance, and standardization of software standards, frameworks, and engineering methodologies.

• You possess strong expertise with Siemens TIA Portal, ideally including Integrated Safety concepts.
• Experience with industrial drive technology, preferably SEW, and industrial communication networks such as PROFINET, PROFIBUS, CAN, and IO-Link.
• You are familiar with project management principles and can coordinate technical activities across multiple stakeholders.
• Experience in technical leadership, mentoring, or team development is considered a strong advantage.
• You are characterized by a structured working style, strong communication skills, customer focus, and a collaborative mindset.
• Willingness to travel locally or internationally (approximately 20% of your working time).

At the heart of every solution, every success, is a team of dedicated professionals willing to help each other while bringing creativity and energy to every project. Körber Supply Chain is the embodiment of this.

Home to hundreds of the best minds in the industry, spanning technology for warehousing, logistics, transportation, and more, you’ll work with some of the biggest brands in the world and empower smaller players to disrupt the market — maybe even change the world. Turn your passion into a fulfilling career with Körber Supply Chain!

• Exciting tasks in a fast-growing, future-oriented industry player.
• Competitive salary package, with extra-days off, including your birthday, flexible working hours and remote work option.
• Health insurance for the whole family.
• Well-Being and Employee Assistance Program.
• Active protocols with external partners and other caring perks (ex: fresh fruit, bread and yogurt).
• A pleasant and collaborative working atmosphere.

Körber is a global technology company for intelligent manufacturing and supply chain solutions. As a reliable innovation partner, Körber turns entrepreneurial thinking into customer success by providing leading technology to fuel what’s next – from end-to-end pharma production and advanced supply chain solutions to high-tech machinery and process equipment. Körber combines deep domain expertise with integrated hardware, software, and digital services, to help customers take the next step.
The Business Area Supply Chainis part of Körber, a global technology company for intelligent manufacturing and supply chains solutions.