PLC Engineer (m/f/x)

Einleitung

Skeleton Technologies is a Global Cleantech 100 company and a technology leader in high power energy storage for transportation, grid, automotive, and industrial applications.

For us, developing and producing the best energy storage solutions is a means to an end: helping companies to reduce CO2 emissions and save energy.

We work with some of the largest companies in the world from automotive and industrial OEMs to truck fleet operators and aerospace prime contractors. Our products decrease CO2 emissions and fuel consumption, improve power quality, and empower wider electrification of the biggest industries globally.

Our supercapacitor and SuperBattery energy storage technologies, based on patented curved graphene, represent the biggest technological advancement in the industry in the last 20 years and the use of this innovative material provides our products with an unparalleled advantage in power and energy density.

Skeleton Technologies is located in multiple locations: its headquarters in Tallinn (Estonia), manufacturing facilities in Markranstädt (Germany) and Varkaus (Finland), materials development in Bitterfeld-Wolfen, and several additional locations in Finland (Helsinki and Lappeenranta), as well as its first people in Toulouse (France).

Ihre Aufgaben

• Develop, program, and optimize PLC control systems for automated production equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve automation and control system issues to ensure high equipment availability.
• Commission new production equipment and automation systems together with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Improve and standardize machine automation, safety systems, and process controls across production lines.
• Support integration of robots, sensors, drives, and industrial communication systems.
• Collaborate closely with process engineering, maintenance, and production teams to improve line performance and reliability.
• Analyze production data to identify automation improvements and increase efficiency, quality, and uptime.
• Document PLC programs, system architecture, and changes in accordance with internal standards.
• Support continuous improvement and industrialization of new production technologies.

Ihr Profil

• Degree in automation engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics, or a related field.
• Experience programming PLC systems (preferably Siemens TIA Portal).
• Experience with industrial automation systems, sensors, drives, and fieldbus communication (Profinet, EtherCAT, etc.).
• Hands-on experience in manufacturing or industrial production environments.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with commissioning new equipment or production lines is a strong advantage.
• Major advantage among candidates: Experience with Kuka robots and/or Trumpf laser experience.
• Fluency in English; German is a plus.

Wir bieten

• We offer flexible working hours and sufficient freedom for your own ideas.
• A flat hierarchy culture - fostering our great working atmosphere.
• Use the training budget to expand your knowledge and competencies.
• Helpfulness among colleagues is not just an empty phrase but a practice everyday.
• A motivating opportunity for continuous growth at Skeleton.
• An additional day-off every year for your birthday.
• Use our Edenred Voucher Card for your shopping experience with a top-up every month.
• We offer a company pension scheme for your financial security in the future.
• Be active & participate in our internal sports challenges (SkelFitness).
• We have a pet-friendly office.
• We celebrate our successes with Team Events, Summer & New Year’s parties, and other initiatives!

We're not just about energy storage. We're about redefining energy for a net zero future, and we'd love for you to be a part of our journey.

Weitere Informationen

Skeleton Technologies GmbH

Göhrenzer Str.1

04420 Markranstädt