Specialist, Software Technology PLC Programming

Overview

Specialist role focused on PLC software development for PLC-controlled machine functions, including simulation concepts, control logic, testing, and technical risk mitigation.

What you'll do

• Develop PLC software.
• Develop and maintain simulation concepts for PLC-controlled machine functions.
• Understand and make changes to existing software.
• Design, program, and modularize PLC applications according to IEC 61131-3.
• Develop PLC control logic primarily in Structured Text (ST) and object-oriented programming.
• Perform requirements analysis, software design, development, and unit testing.
• Conduct root-cause analysis and implement sustainable corrective actions.

What you'll need

• 8+ years of PLC development experience using IEC 61131-3 standard.
• Hands-on experience with Beckhoff TwinCAT or other PLC development plus fieldbus fundamentals.
• Knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and software engineering principles.
• Hands-on experience in analysis, design, development, and unit testing.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with staff and project management.
• Willingness to travel to Germany, the USA, and other customer locations on short-term assignments.

Nice to have

• Hardware-in-the-loop or automated PLC testing.
• Knowledge of C#, Python, C / C++, and Windows Internals.
• EtherCAT and CANOpen knowledge.

Details

• Location: Chennai, India.