Senior Controls Engineer / PLC Software Developer (f/m/d) Full/Part Time

In-Office, Kelberg, Rhineland-Palatinate

Job Description Summary

Job Description

We are the makers of possible

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the PLC/machine control performance, ultimately providing consistent and reliable operation for commissioning systems within the Pharmacy Automation portfolio

• Key member of the Controls Engineering group for product development focused on research, design, integration and evaluation of robotic platforms and sub-systems

• Creates and maintains project plans

• Contribute to machine control and system architecture concept development, component evaluation/selection, design, implementation, debug/verification testing, and documentation

• Stays up to date with emerging control system technology and methodologies and will recommend and manage process/design improvements related to improving the development velocity, efficiency and quality output of the controls engineering team

• Develops control algorithms and is responsible for the design and implementation of the control system for early prototype and proof of concepts

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with project managers, engineers (systems, electrical, mechanical), operations and maintenance teams, and external engineers/vendors

• Follows regulatory requirements and company design procedures

• Contributes to and implements requirement definitions

• Creates and maintains technical documentation (GDP)

Preferred Requirements:

• Diploma or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering or a related field; experience in mechatronics is desirable

• Extensive experience in the robotics and automation field, including electro-mechanical design and software development

• Analytical and structured working methodology; self-motivated, organized, with a fact-based and "go-and-see” mentality and a strong drive to understand

• Programming according to IEC 61131-3 Structured Text (CODESYS 2.3/CODESYS 3.5 or similar)

• Expert in Object-oriented programming

• Experience with CANopen and EtherCAT

• Experience with DC motor control systems

• Familarity with version control systems such as SVN/GIT as well as Azure DevOps/GitHub

• Experience in System and Reliability Engineering

• Strong documentation skills (GDP) and practical experience in developing models and graphical representations/abstractions of systems and processes

• Stakeholder management and networking skills are desirable

• Experience in common Quality methods (Design Review, DFMEA, Design for Six Sigma, etc.)

• Excellent MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Initial experience with MS Project

• Team player with strong communication skills

• Proficiency in English required; German language skills are desirable

Click on apply if this sounds like you!

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

We are flexible! This position can be either full time or part time based on need and individual agreement.

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.