We are looking for a hands-on Software Engineer with a background in industrial automation and machine building. You will own the full cycle ; from translating functional designs into reliable control systems, through to commissioning machines on-site, both locally and internationally.
This is a role for someone who is comfortable on the shop floor as much as behind a screen, and who takes real ownership of their work from start to finish.
Please read before applying
This is a machine building role. Candidates from the process industry (chemical, water, oil & gas) are not a perfect fit as the working context and mindset are fundamentally different.
This is not an IT or general software engineering role. Candidates without direct industrial automation experience will not be considered.
Siemens TIA Portal experience is a hard requirement. Please do not apply if you have not worked with it hands-on in real projects.
This role requires relocation to the Netherlands after a successful trial period. Only apply if you are genuinely open to this.
What You Will Be Doing
Develop, configure, and implement software based on functional designs
Translate system requirements into robust and efficient control systems
Commission machines on-site, domestically and internationally
Contribute to the development of control systems, data collection, and data processing solutions
Integrate PLC systems with HMI, SCADA, and industrial networks
Plan and monitor project progress to meet agreed timelines, quality standards, and budgets
Provide technical support, including participation in a rotating on-call rota (primarily remote, approximately once every 10 weeks)
What You Bring
HBO (Bachelor-level) working and thinking level
Several years of experience as a Software Engineer in industrial automation
Strong, proven hands-on experience with Siemens TIA Portal — evidenced in real project work
Background specifically in machine building (not process industry)
Comfortable with on-site machine commissioning, including international travel
Strong verbal and written communication skills in both Dutch and English
Willingness to participate in a rotating on-call support rota
Experience with Allen Bradley and SEW MoviTools/MoviSuite is a plus
Technology Stack
Must Have
Siemens TIA Portal (STEP 7 – S7-1200 / S7-1500)
PLC programming: LAD, FBD, SCL/STL
WinCC (HMI development)
Industrial control system design
Industrial Communication Protocols
HMI, SCADA & Data
HMI configuration and visualisation
SCADA systems
Data acquisition and logging
Basic SQL or industrial data systems knowledge is a plus
Nice to Have
Allen Bradley / Rockwell Automation (Studio 5000 / RSLogix)
SEW MoviTools / MoviSuite
Motion control systems and servo drives
VFD configuration and drive systems
Ability to read electrical schematics (e.g., EPLAN)
Understanding of safety PLC concepts
Structured Text (SCL) programming
