PLC Software Engineer

Do you want to be part of our team? Join our Software Engineering Team in Bakel and support us in designing and realization of the software for our single machines, complete production lines, lifecycle development.

For food processing, GEA offers solutions for the preparation, marination and further processing of meat, poultry, seafood and plant-based products. The portfolio also includes processing lines for pasta, bakery products, snacks, breakfast cereals, confectionery and pet food, as well as equipment for slicing and packaging food

Responsibilities / Tasks As a PLC Software Engineer, you are responsible for the design and realization of the software for our single machines, complete production lines, lifecycle development.

Tasks

• Developing and Programming of software on your own and as part of a team depending on the size of the project.
• Developing standard and customer specific applications and install these globally at our customers.
• Support other GEA colleagues globally via remote support.
• Training customers on our machines and software applications.
• Translating a customer request to a workable software solution.

Your Profile / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Self-supportive, result driven, team player.
• Willingness to travel globally (10 to 20%).
• Fluent in English, spoken and written.
• Experience within similar function is preferred.
• Knowledge of IEC 61131-3 and Structured Text is a preferred.
• Knowledge of Rockwell is preferred.
• Knowledge of B&R PLC’s is preferred.
• Knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming software (Java)is preferred.

Our offer

• Challenging position within a large international organisation.
• Competitive salary with 8% holiday pay.
• 25 days' holiday and 13 ATV days based on full-time employment (CLA).
• Travel allowance.
• Contribution towards a gym membership.
• A position within a company with many opportunities for advancement.

Our Values At GEA we stand for Responsibility, Integrity, Diversity, Passion and Excellence. If you share the same values, we would like to hear from you. We will consider all equal and we welcome all applications.

What happens once your application is submitted? You will receive an E-Mail when your application has been processed. One of our Talent Acquisition Partners will review and verify that the applicant meets the qualifications criteria. Once your application has been successful verified and depending on the role you will be invited to a first interview either virtual or face to face. Usually after the second or third interview round we will make a decision.

Did we spark your interest? Then please click apply above to access our guided application process.