Controls & Automation Engineer (m/f/d)

Isar Aerospace SE; Kiruna kommun; On-site; SEK 543,892 - 761,448; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Participation Program

25 days of vacation

Subsidised lunch

Sport Clubs membership

Individual learning allowance

Relocation help

Job summary

Isar Aerospace SE is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to maintain and upgrade the rocket engine test facility in Kiruna, Sweden. You will be responsible for both software and hardware of the control systems, collaborating closely with the team in Munich.

This role requires experience in PLC programming and automation technology, with opportunities to grow through our employee participation program and support for relocation.

Qualifications

• Degree in electrical engineering, automation technology, or equivalent; or a certified engineer in automation technology.
• 2+ years of experience in automation and PLC technology.
• Fluent in English.
• Experience in PLC programming and commissioning using Beckhoff TwinCAT 3 or CODESYS.
• Experience troubleshooting and providing technical support in the field and remotely.

Responsibilities

• Develop PLC software for existing and future control systems.
• Design PLC hardware setups and PLC networks.
• Perform risk analyses and design safety-critical electrical systems.
• Commission and maintain/upgrade control systems.
• Perform rocket engine tests as part of the local team.

Skills

PLC programming

Automation technology

Risk analysis

Technical support

Fieldbus systems

Electrical schematics

Education

Degree in electrical engineering or similar

Tools

Beckhoff TwinCAT 3

CODESYS

Job description

Mission Brief

You will maintain, troubleshoot and upgrade the control system of the Isar rocket engine test facility near Kiruna (Sweden). You will assume technical responsibility for both software and hardware elements of the control system. There will be close collaboration with the Isar Munich control systems team for work on both this facility, and other future projects.

You will be involved in day-to-day test operations, and will work alongside Propulsion Test Engineers to operate the facility. It is expected that there will be a close connection to the other test engineers, and development of a deep understanding of facility systems and requirements.

Your Role in Our Space Mission:

• Develop PLC software for existing and future control systems in Kiruna
• Design PLC hardware setups and PLC-related networks
• Perform risk analyses and design safety-critical electrical systems
• Commission control systems and maintain/upgrade them
• Be responsible for hardware and software related topics on site
• Perform rocket engine tests as part of the local test engineering and operations team

Qualification Checklist

• Either a degree in electrical engineering, automation technology, or similar, or a certified engineer in automation technology
• 2+ years of experience in automation and PLC technology
• Fluent in English
• Experience in the field of PLC programming (soft-PLC) and commissioning preferably using Beckhoff TwinCAT 3 or CODESYS based systems
• Experience in giving technical support and troubleshooting in the field and remotely
• Knowledge about fieldbus systems
• Basic understanding of electrical schematics

Bonus Skills

• Knowledge of sensors/sensor signals and test equipment
• Experience designing and building PLC systems to EU and international standards, preferably with Beckhoff controllers
• Experience with functional safety system design and implementation

Benefits

• Employee Participation Program: Share in our success through our virtual company share program
• 25 days of vacation: Enjoy the days off to relax and recharge
• Subsidised lunch: Stay energised with delicious, subsidised lunches every day
• Sport Clubs membership: Stay fit with our allowance for wellness activities
• Individual learning allowance: Grow your skills with an individual learning budget granted after the probation period
• Relocation help: we offer temporary housing accommodation in Kiruna to support you during your transition period until you secure your own residence
• And Much More! Discover additional perks and benefits when you join our team

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Disclaimer

Isar Aerospace SE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fairness and inclusivity. We do not prioritize any specific religion, gender, nationality, or background. Due to security clearance requirements, affiliations with countries listed under § 13 para. 1 no. 17 SÜG may affect the application process. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.