PLC System Architect (m/f/d)

Körber; Maia; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday off

Flexible working hours

Remote work option

Health insurance for family

Well-Being program

Job summary

Körber is seeking a PLC System Architect to advance our intralogistics automation platform. You will design and implement PLC software, drive standardization, and own technical solutions while collaborating with global engineering teams.

You will prepare documentation, training materials, and best-practices content while engaging with customers and internal stakeholders. Local or international travel (~20%) is expected.

Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on PLC Architecture experience in intralogistics or warehousing systems.
• Experience in development, governance and standardization of software engineering practices.
• Strong knowledge of PLC programming and commissioning.
• Solid communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop PLC software for intralogistics and material handling systems.
• Contribute to standardization and harmonization of automation platforms.
• Take technical ownership and define engineering standards.
• Create technical docs, training materials and knowledge content.
• Collaborate with software, electrical, PM, service and product teams to deliver solutions.
• Support projects and act as a trusted contact for customers and stakeholders.

Skills

PLC Architecture

PLC Programming

Technical Leadership

System Harmonization

Project Coordination

Customer Focus

Structured Working Style

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s in Automation/Electrical Eng

Alternative: Technical Apprenticeship + Training

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

Industrial Networks (PROFINET/PROFIBUS/CAN/IO-Link)

SEW Drives

Job description

We are looking for a PLC System 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).

Your Working Environment At Körber

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!

Your Benefits

• 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.