Senior Applications Engineer, Programmer, Automation, Control Engineering – Focus TwinCAT3

IMT Services

Senior Applikationsingenieur developing software for special machines at IMT Services GmbH. Involves commissioning and programming of specific customer applications including high-level automation.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeWaiblingen • 🇩🇪 GermanySenior💰 €55,000 - €90,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software development for programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and proficiency in CodeSys and Beckhoff TwinCAT3 control systems. Capable of creating customer-specific workflows and visualizations while maintaining strong communication and customer focus.

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Software Development with CodeSysBeckhoff TwinCAT3 Control SystemsRobot Programming (Stäubli, KUKA)Degree in Electrical EngineeringVery Good German and English Skills

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Hard Skills

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)Software Testing and SimulationWorkflow CreationIEC 61131-3 ComplianceVisualization DevelopmentAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

Independent Working StyleStructured Working StyleSolution-Oriented ApproachStrong Communication SkillsCustomer Focus

Certifications & Qualifications

Vocational Training in Electrical Engineering

Industry Keywords

Customer CommissioningTravel Willingness

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan and develop software for special machines using programmable logic controllers (PLCs)
Test and simulate software functionality on a PC
Commission systems for customers both virtually and on site
Create workflows for customer-specific applications
Support programming of associated applications in accordance with IEC 61131-3
Develop visualizations and operator interfaces

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in electrical engineering or comparable qualification
Vocational training in electrical engineering with further qualification as a technician or a bachelor’s degree
Experience in robot programming (Stäubli, KUKA) is an advantage
Very good knowledge of software development with CodeSys and Beckhoff TwinCAT3 control systems
Independent and structured working style
Good analytical skills
Solution-oriented approach
Strong communication skills and customer focus
Willingness to travel for customer commissioning
Very good German and English skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Modern workplace
Short decision-making paths
Many opportunities to shape your role
Informal, trust-based company culture (use of informal address)
Canteen
Corporate fitness program
Free fruit and beverages
Refer-a-friend program
Employer-provided supplementary insurance
Training and development opportunities
Company car
Flexible/mobile working