Provide technical support for special-purpose and measurement machines, with a focus on software and control technology, at the Oberkochen site
Perform complex troubleshooting and root cause analyses on PLC, HMI and drive systems and develop sustainable technical solutions to ensure equipment availability
Restore machine operability following malfunctions or system failures, including structured analysis, targeted troubleshooting and controlled recommissioning
Program, optimize and maintain PLC software using Siemens STEP 7 / TIA Portal, including version and change management
Configure, commission and diagnose Siemens drive systems (SINAMICS, SIMOTION, SINUMERIK) as well as systems from other manufacturers
Advise development projects, internal specialist departments and other stakeholders on the evaluation, selection and implementation of technical solutions, with particular consideration of maintainability and long-term equipment availability
Conduct release and acceptance tests (FAT/SAT)
Create and maintain technical documentation and work instructions
Train employees and ensure effective knowledge transfer between development teams and equipment operators
Manage issues and incidents
Your Profile
Successfully completed degree in electrical engineering, mechatronics, automation engineering or a comparable field
Several years of experience in the development or service of control and automation technology using Siemens STEP 7 / TIA Portal
Experience in programming, commissioning, parameterization and diagnostics of drive systems (Siemens SINUMERIK / SIMOTION / SINAMICS)
Expertise in Siemens HMI, OPC UA and SCADA
In-depth knowledge of troubleshooting, analyzing and optimizing complex PLC applications
Experience in programming and commissioning B&R or Beckhoff control systems would be an advantage
Confident in working with electrical schematics, fieldbus systems (PROFINET, PROFIBUS and Industrial Ethernet) as well as machine safety and safety systems
Comprehensive understanding of mechatronic systems combined with strong integration and commissioning expertise
Practical experience with agile working methods, particularly backlogs and sprints
Strong communication skills as well as expertise in knowledge development and training technical users
Intercultural competence, strong teamwork skills and assertiveness
Independent, solution-oriented and customer-focused approach to work
Good written and spoken German and English
Willingness to travel occasionally
Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:
Jonas Weickenmeier
Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.
