Software Engineer PLC (80-100%)

Who we are. What we do.

We are Bystronic - a global technology company passionate about creating an impact for a sustainable future with sheet metal and beyond.

We want to work with people who support us in creating innovative solutions to move our industry forward. Our focus is on automating the complete material and data flow of the laser cutting and bending process chain.

In a nutshell

Shape the future of industrial automation! We're looking for an experienced Software Engineer (m/f/d) in PLC programming to bring intelligent sheet metal processing machines to life with cutting-edge automation solutions - in close collaboration with mechanical, electrical, and software teams.

What drives this department

As Software Engineers, our passion lies in developing value-adding software solutions for our customers. We strive to enhance sheet metal manufacturing processes and offer customers a digitally networked and holistic smart production environment. Additionally, our goal is to provide solutions that make customer operations cost-effective, flexible, and uncomplicated.

What you will be doing

• Design, program, and thoroughly test PLC-based control systems tailored for advanced industrial machinery.
• Develop and maintain robust automation architectures that align precisely with project goals and technical specifications.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams-including mechanical, electrical, and software engineers -to ensure seamless system integration.
• Provide hands-on support during commissioning and testing phases, both in laboratory settings and on-site at customer facilities.
• Manage and contribute to multiple concurrent projects, ensuring timely delivery, quality assurance, and effective issue resolution.
• Act as a technical point of contact for resolving complex challenges in mechatronic systems and automation workflows.
• Stay current with the latest industry standards, tools, and emerging technologies in the field of industrial automation.

Your education & experience

• You have a solid technical background, ideally with a degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or computer science.
• You bring at least 4 years of experience in PLC software development and have hands-on knowledge of platforms such as Beckhoff TwinCAT, B&R, Siemens TIA Portal, or similar.
• You are familiar with fieldbus systems and communication protocols such as Profinet, EtherCAT, Modbus, and OPC UA.
• You have excellent written and spoken communication skills in both German and English

What you need to succeed

• You're a true team player who enjoys working in interdisciplinary and international teams. You take initiative, assume responsibility, and actively contribute to shared goals.
• You have excellent analytical skills, work in a structured and solution-oriented manner, and can manage multiple tasks simultaneously without losing focus.
• You have experience working in agile environments and are familiar with tools like Git and Jira for planning and delivering incremental results.
• You work independently and demonstrate strong technical leadership. You document your work thoroughly, from detailed requirements to clear and concise release notes.
• You bring broad experience in engineering. While your main focus is on PLC programming, knowledge in other areas of software engineering - such as databases, web applications, or programming languages like C, C#, C++ - is a plus.
• You have excellent communication skills in both German and English, written and spoken

What's in it for you

• This exciting and responsible role offers you many opportunities to shape and contribute to improvements.
• We are a close-knit, supportive team that helps each other with daily challenges and fosters a relaxed, first-name culture.
• You'll find an agile, dynamic, and modern working environment in a rapidly growing and successful company.
• We take our environmental responsibility seriously, producing our own electricity among other initiatives, and as an employee, you benefit from various e-mobility discounts.