Job Vacancy – PLC Software Engineer
Company Overview
Our client is an innovative technology company specializing in engineering solutions for the energy industry. Founded in 2009, they focus on creating sustainable and efficient technologies. To strengthen their team in Schoonhoven, the Netherlands, they seek a skilled PLC Software Engineer to contribute to cutting-edge automation projects.
Job SummaryIn this role, you will develop, program, test, and validate PLC software for industrial automation systems. Collaborating closely with engineering teams, you support the design and implementation of reliable and efficient control solutions that advance sustainability in the energy sector.
Key Responsibilities

Develop and program PLC software for industrial automation

Conduct rigorous testing and validation of PLC systems

Create and maintain documentation for PLC programs

Collaborate on code reviews and provide constructive feedback

Apply engineering principles to design, adapt, and improve PLC applications

Participate in R&D activities and technical reporting

Implement reliability analysis in software design and testing

Use company-specific tools for drawing and document control

Qualifications and Requirements

Bachelor’s or diploma degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to adapt in dynamic technical environments

Basic technical skills in industrial software development, hardware/software interfacing, testing, and debugging

Excellent communication skills in English

Team player with a passion for software development and practical engineering solutions

Eagerness to learn and innovate

Preferred Experience

Experience with mechatronic systems and industrial automation protocols (ModBUS, CanBUS, ProfiBUS, OPC UA)

Minimum of 2 years experience with PLC programming environments like CodeSys, PLCNext Engineer, Siemens S7

Agile/Scrum development experience

Knowledge of version control systems such as Git, Mercurial, or SVN

Programming skills in Python or shell scripting

What Our Client Offers

3200-5500 euro gross a month

Travel allowance and non-contributory pension scheme

35 vacation days per year

Dynamic, challenging projects in a high-tech environment

Training and career development initiatives

Collaborative team culture committed to innovation

Location
Schoonhoven, the Netherlands
How to ApplyReady to contribute to innovative automation solutions in the energy industry? Submit your CV and motivation letter via the application button.
Contact
For more information, contact Jan Andries Stam at 020 614 27 11 (WhatsApp available) to learn more about this position and discuss the possibilities.