PLC Programmer

MoveATech; Germany (OH); On-site; USD 69,069 - 103,603; Full time

Job summary

MoveATech is seeking an experienced PLC Programmer for contract roles in Germany, supporting automotive commissioning projects. You will commission PLC software on high-value automation systems, including pick-and-place machinery, in a fast-paced engineering environment.

The role requires Siemens TIA Portal expertise, onsite work during commissioning and start-up, and strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot control systems. Prior automotive sector experience is highly beneficial.

Qualifications

• Experience programming PLCs and commissioning using Siemens TIA Portal.
• Automotive sector experience is required.
• Willingness to work on site during commissioning and start-up.
• Ability to troubleshoot automation issues independently.

Responsibilities

• Commission PLC software on high-value automotive automation projects.
• Work on bespoke machinery, including pick-and-place systems.
• Support installation, testing, troubleshooting, and optimisation during commissioning phases.
• Collaborate with engineering and project teams to ensure systems are delivered to specification.
• Identify and resolve control system issues efficiently on site.

Skills

TIA Portal

Automotive industry

On-site commissioning

Troubleshooting

Tools

Siemens PLC software

Job description

PLC Programmer - Contract

Germany | Automotive commissioning projects | Immediate starts available

Job Description

We have a number of contract opportunities available for experienced PLC Programmers to support high-value automotive commissioning projects based in Germany. This is an excellent opportunity to work on bespoke automation machinery, including pick-and-place systems, within a fast-paced engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Commission PLC software on high-value automotive automation projects.
• Work on bespoke machinery, including pick-and-place systems.
• Support installation, testing, troubleshooting, and optimisation during commissioning phases.
• Collaborate with engineering and project teams to ensure systems are delivered to specification.
• Identify and resolve control system issues efficiently on site.

Essential Experience

• Strong experience programming and commissioning PLC systems using Siemens TIA Portal.
• Previous experience working within the automotive sector.
• Confident working on site during commissioning and start-up phases.
• Ability to troubleshoot automation and control system issues independently.

Desirable Skills

• Profinet experience.
• Sinamics experience.
• Motion control experience.
• Offline programming experience would be advantageous, but is not essential.

Contract Details

• Role: PLC Programmer
• Location: Germany
• Contract length: Until Christmas 2026
• Start date: ASAP
• Sector: Automotive automation