Publication Date:  Aug 30, 2024
Location: 

Salzgitter, DE

Company:  PowerCo SE

(Senior) Expert Automation Engineer (all genders)

Operations I Professionals
 
 
With whom you will CELLebrate

The mission hast started. We proudly announce that in our Battery Valley we are starting our own battery cell production and the ramp up of our worldwide headquarters for global cell manufacturing. In this, the tasks and requirements of operations are varied. Operations takes care of all production related activities within the battery cell production. Our responsibilities vary from planning, constructing and rolling out the forthcoming battery cell factories. Furthermore, planning and implementing operating functions such as logistics, quality, production and plant management is also key elements within the area of operations.

 

How you will CELLebrate

  • Programming, commission and maintain PLC and SCADA software applications for process control and monitoring in battery production 
  • Troubleshooting and debugging PLC and SCADA software applications to ensure reliable and efficient operation
  • Establishing, managing and maintaining communication between production machines (PLC, sensors and further periphery) to SCADA 
  • Developing and maintain technical documentation for PLC and SCADA software applications
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize process improvements and optimization opportunities
 

What you need for our CELLebration

  • Successfully completed (under-) graduate degree in electrical engineering, automation engineering, a related field or comparable qualification
  • Experience with HMI, PLC and SCADA software such as TIA Portal and TwinCat3
  • Several years of professional experience in PLC and or SCADA programming in a manufacturing environment
  • Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as OPC UA, Profinet, Modbus TCP, etc.
  • Good Communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
  • Fluent in English
 

What else can you bring

  • High level of initiative
  • Flexibility to changing priorities
  • Experience in battery production or a related industry
  • Familiarity with PLC and SCADA system integration with MES
  • Intercultural competence and self-confidence in an international environment
  • Knowledge in the field of battery cell production with a focus on manufacturing processes and plant engineering desirable 
     
 

What to look forward to

  • Flexible working hours from 28 to 40h per week
  • Possibility of a 4-day-week (up to 35h per week)
  • 30 days paid + 10 days unpaid leave
  • Mobile work options
  • Relocation support
  • More benefits to come
 

 
We believe that the best results are created in a diverse and inclusive environment. 
Therefore, all qualified applications will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, religion, gender (identity), sexual orientation, national origin or disability.
 
Requisition Number: 2499