{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"282dd1bcd9d3ea2ce8ee732d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/282dd1bcd9d3ea2ce8ee732d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/282dd1bcd9d3ea2ce8ee732d","title":"Lead Software Engineer","description":"A European leader in industrial automation, this company develops tailored control systems and smart automation solutions for demanding manufacturing sectors such as automotive, electronics, and machinery. By leveraging state-of-the-art PLC technologies and integrating them into Industry 4.0-ready systems, the company drives digital transformation across production environments in Europe and beyond.\r\nMission\r\nWe are looking for a Team Leader – PLC Programming to lead a group of automation engineers responsible for the design, development, and deployment of control systems across diverse industrial projects. This position combines strong hands-on technical expertise with team coordination and project oversight. The role will ensure the delivery of reliable, high-performance automation solutions while mentoring engineers and maintaining technical excellence across all project phases.\r\nResponsibilities\r\nTechnical Leadership & Team Coordination\r\nLead a team of PLC programmers and automation engineers across multiple projects.\r\nProvide technical direction on PLC architecture, programming standards, and integration strategies.\r\nCoordinate task distribution, support professional development, and ensure knowledge sharing within the team.\r\nOversee the development of structured PLC code using Siemens TIA Portal (S7-1200 / S7-1500) or Beckhoff TwinCAT.\r\nGuide the team through implementation of industrial communication (e.g., PROFINET, EtherCAT) and safety protocols (e.g., PROFIsafe).\r\nSupervise on-site commissioning activities and support troubleshooting during integration.\r\nProject Interface & Quality Assurance\r\nAct as a technical liaison between engineering teams, project managers, and external stakeholders.\r\nEnsure adherence to IEC 61131-3 standards, internal coding guidelines, and safety regulations.\r\nReview and validate control system documentation and functional specifications.\r\nRequired Qualifications\r\nMinimum of 5 years of professional experience in PLC programming and automation systems.\r\nProven experience leading technical teams in an industrial environment.\r\nDeep knowledge of Siemens TIA Portal; experience with Beckhoff TwinCAT or CODESYS is a plus.\r\nStrong understanding of industrial fieldbus systems, machine safety, and drive technologies.\r\nClass B driver's license and willingness to travel across Europe.\r\nPreferred Experience\r\nDegree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics or a related technical field.\r\nExperience in customer-facing roles or cross-functional project leadership.\r\nFamiliarity with version control, test automation tools, or software lifecycle methodologies in automation.\r\nExposure to international manufacturing environments and multicultural teams.\r\nLocation: Europe\r\nJob Type: Remote\r\nSector: Measuring and Control Instrument Manufacturing\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Steneg","rawCompany":"steneg","city":"Mission","state":"KS","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-09T15:37:26.650Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"17-2199.05","title":"Mechatronics Engineers","slug":"mechatronics-engineers"},{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Lead Software Engineer","description":"A European leader in industrial automation, this company develops tailored control systems and smart automation solutions for demanding manufacturing sectors such as automotive, electronics, and machinery. 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