Software Developer (f/m/d) Special-Purpose Machinery / Mechanical Engineering / TwinCAT

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This position reports to:

Maintenance Team Leader

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The work model for the role is: onsite, #LI-Onsite

Key responsibilities

ABB Heidelberg is looking for a dedicated Software Developer (f/m/d) to develop and optimize innovative machine software. You will work in a motivated team on highly specialized custom-built machines and actively help shape the future of technology.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Developing and enhancing machine software
• Designing and optimizing database systems
• Integrating and controlling networked, highly automated systems
• Performing systematic troubleshooting and resolving technical issues
• Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams

Qualifications for the role

• Practical experience in the development of machine control and/or automation software using TwinCAT (ideally TwinCAT 3), for example as an Automation Software Developer (m/f/d), PLC Programmer (m/f/d), PLC Developer (m/f/d), TwinCAT Developer (m/f/d), Automation Engineer (m/f/d), Automation Technician (m/f/d), or Mechanical Engineering Software Developer (m/f/d)
• Qualification as a State-Certified Technician specializing in Electrical Engineering or Automation Technology, or a degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a comparable field

• Strong knowledge of SQL and database management
• Experience with networked systems and IoT technologies

• Fluent German language skills, both written and spoken, as well as advanced English proficiency

• Reliability, willingness to learn, and strong teamwork skills
• A background in special machinery engineering is a plus

Benefits

• Retirement Plan
• Flexible working hours
• Canteen
• Job bike program or subsidy for the Deutschland Ticket
• Employee Share Acquisition Plan

Please note: in the case of equal suitability, people with severe disabilities and their equals are given preference.

ABB AG

+49 (0) 621 381 3500

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