PLC Software Engineer (m/w/d) - Wind Energy Systems

As part of our international Wind Turbine Control team, you will work in a multidisciplinary environment contributing to the development of turbine control software and PLC automation technology.

YOUR TASKS

• Tool Development & Maintenance: Provide and maintain essential tools supporting other teams in their daily operations (e.g., Jenkins, Teamscale).
• PLC Software Architecture: Design and optimize the PLC software architecture for modularity and hardware abstraction.
• Vendor Collaboration: Qualify new IDEs, libraries, features, and firmware versions from our PLC vendors, track issues, and collaborate closely to solve them.
• System Integration: Identify synergies across PLC solutions and support their unification under our “One Controller” strategy.
• Cross-Departmental Support: Support other departments with PLC-related predevelopment and proof-of-concept activities.
• IT Security: Implement IT security measures related to PLCs, ensuring compliance and protection against emerging threats.

YOUR PROFILE

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Technology, Telecommunications, or comparable field
• Good knowledge of PLC programming according to IEC61131
• First Experience with Bachmann or Phoenix Contact automation technology is an advantage
• First Knowledge of IT security topics related to PLC programming (SysLog, certificates, user management) preferred
• First Experience in various programming languages (C#, C++, Python, Groovy, Matlab/Simulink)
• Familiarity with version control systems such as SVN or Git
• First Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Profinet, CAN, Modbus TCP, OPC-UA, etc.)
• Strong analytical and abstract thinking skills
• High results orientation, quality awareness, and initiative
• Excellent English skills (written and spoken); ideally German or Spanish skills
• Independent, reliable, and structured way of working combined with strong communication and intercultural skills

Join us and help shape the future of wind energy – we look forward to receiving your application!

YOUR BENEFITS

Nordex offers a range of attractive benefits – here’s a selection of what you can look forward to.

#GreenerFuture : Shape a sustainable future with us – your work makes a real contribution to the environment.

#Flexibility: Work-life balance is important to us – we offer flexible working hours, various working time models, and up to 8 days of mobile work per month.

#Mobility: We promote sustainable mobility – we support you with an 80% subsidy for the public transportation ticket (Deutschlandticket) and a €15 employer contribution for bike leasing.

#CareForTomorrow: With our company pension scheme, you secure a financial advantage for the future – complemented by the option of occupational disability insurance.

#Health : Your health matters to us – benefit from health days, company sports activities, office yoga, and free support from the pme Family Service.

#Holiday: We offer you 30 days of vacation per year based on a full-time position, plus December 24th and 31st off.

#OneCompany : Stronger together – with over 10,000 employees from 95 nations, we promote an international and collegial corporate culture.

#CorporateBenefits: Saving made easy – enjoy attractive discounts on travel, tech, and much more.

*Some offers may vary by location

Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. All employment decisions are made without regard to religion, age, sex, color, national origin, handicap, or other protected class and are in full compliance with all federal and state laws.

Severely disabled applicants and applicants of equal status will be given special consideration in the event of equal suitability.

In principle, employment is also possible on a part-time basis.