Staff Controls / PLC Engineer (f/m/d) Full/Part Time

Staff Controls / PLC Engineer (f/m/d) Full/Part Time

Location: Kelberg, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

Job Description Summary

As a Staff Controls / PLC Engineer (f/m/d) you’ll blend your expertise in software, electrical, and mechanical engineering to architect and refine cutting‑edge automation solutions. You will develop control algorithms, select components, and ensure seamless system integration, directly influencing the performance, reliability, and evolution of our robotic platforms. You will be responsible for PLC and machine control functionality across a diverse portfolio, manage commissioning system projects, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and spearhead innovation in control system design.

Responsibilities

• The Staff Controls Engineer will be responsible for PLC/machine control performance, ultimately providing consistent and reliable operation for commissioning systems within the Pharmacy Automation portfolio.
• Key member of the Controls Engineering group for product development focused on research, design, integration and evaluation of robotic platforms and sub‑systems.
• Leads automation projects, creates and maintains project plans and tracks milestones.
• Contributes to machine control and system architecture concept development, component evaluation/selection, design, implementation, debug/verification testing, and documentation.
• Stays up to date with emerging control system technology and methodologies and will recommend and manage process/design improvements related to improving the development velocity, efficiency and quality output of the controls engineering team.
• Develops control algorithms and is responsible for the design and implementation of the control system for early prototypes and proofs of concepts.
• Builds and maintains strong working relationships with project managers, engineers (systems, electrical, mechanical), operations and maintenance teams, and external engineers/vendors.
• Follows regulatory requirements and company design procedures.
• Contributes to and implements requirement definitions.
• Creates and maintains technical documentation (GDP).

Preferred Requirements

• Outstanding technical capabilities and technical leadership skills (experience in technical project leadership and stakeholder management).
• Diploma or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering or a related field; experience in mechatronics is desirable.
• Extensive experience in the robotics and automation field, including electro‑mechanical design and software development.
• Analytical and structured working methodology; self‑motivated, organized, with a fact‑based and “go‑and‑see” mentality and a strong drive to understand.
• Programming according to IEC 61131‑3 Structured Text (CODESYS 2.3/CODESYS 3.5 or similar).
• Expert in Object‑oriented programming.
• Experience with CANopen and EtherCAT.
• Experience with DC motor control systems.
• Familiarity with version control systems such as SVN/GIT as well as Azure DevOps/GitHub.
• Experience in System and Reliability Engineering.
• Strong documentation skills (GDP) and practical experience in developing models and graphical representations/abstractions of systems and processes.
• Stakeholder management and networking skills are desirable.
• Experience in common Quality methods (Design Review, DFMEA, Design for Six Sigma, etc.).
• Experience with MS Project or similar project management tool.
• Excellent MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Team player with strong communication skills.
• Proficiency in English required; German language skills are desirable.

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Please note that the base salary for this position ranges between 75.000 EUR and 90.000 EUR gross per year, depending on your level of experience and qualifications.

At BD, we prioritize on‑site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem‑solving, which are essential in the fast‑paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in‑office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work‑life balance. Remote or field‑based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

We are flexible! This position can be either full time or part time based on need and individual agreement.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

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Salary Range Information

74.500,00 € - 126.700,00 € EUR Annual

Seniority Level

Not Applicable

Employment Type

Full-time (with option for part time)

Job Function

Biotechnology Research, Medical Equipment Manufacturing, and Research Services

Primary Work Location

DEU Kelberg - Rowastrasse

Additional Locations

IRL Limerick - Castletroy

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