Controls Software Engineer
KION Group AG2 months ago
Kaunas, Lithuania or Vilnius, LithuaniaMid Level
Responsibilities
- Produce, emulate, and test PLC software and visualization systems.
- Interpret electrical schematics and design input information.
- Lead controls engineering activities for project design and implementation and provide technical guidance.
- Deliver assigned project scope while meeting safety, quality, schedule, and budget requirements.
- Ensure supplied systems comply with CE requirements and the Machinery Directive.
- Prepare design calculations, specifications, method statements, risk assessments, operation and maintenance manuals, and test specifications.
- Commission controls systems on site and support system commissioning and end-user training.
- Follow Dematic standards and maintain a professional customer-facing approach.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Automation, Control Technologies, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related engineering field.
- At least 3 years of experience as a Controls Software Engineer, Design Engineer, Automation Engineer, or in a similar role.
- Extensive hands-on experience in an industrial automation environment.
- Advanced knowledge of Siemens TIA Portal and HMI software design and implementation.
- Good understanding of electrical and electronic technical manuals and drawings.
- Understanding of machine directive and safety standards.
- Strong knowledge of distributed control systems and industrial networks such as Profinet, Profibus, ASi, or Ethernet/IP.
- Extensive understanding of software testing and emulation.
- Previous use of CAD tools.
- SCADA and EPLAN familiarity is desirable.
- Understanding of automated warehouses is desirable.
- Willingness to travel internationally to customer sites for up to 60% of the time.
- Full working proficiency in English and a valid driving license.
Benefits
- Hybrid work model with modern workspaces available in Kaunas and Vilnius.
- International travel and opportunities to work on global automation projects.
- Access to LinkedIn Learning and internal talent development programs.
- Private health insurance.
- Employer contributions to a third-pillar pension fund.
- Daily allowance of €35–€80 per day while on business trips.
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About KION Group AG
KION Group AG builds industrial trucks (forklifts) and warehouse automation systems for manufacturers, logistics providers, and e-commerce operators. It operates through brands such as Dematic, Linde Material Handling, STILL, and Baoli, offering equipment, software, and lifecycle services including maintenance and fleet management. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, KION is a public company listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.