PLC Programmer in Automation Technology (Full-time, Hörsching)

WHC AustriaLinz-WelsEURESpublished 08/24/2026
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Our client develops specialized machine solutions that combine automation technology, robotics, industrial inkjet technology, laser systems, and high-precision motion control. To strengthen the engineering team, we are looking for a personality (m/f/d) with experience in PLC programming and an interest in implementing individual machine projects from development to commissioning. 1 PLC Programmer in Automation Technology (Full-time, Hörsching)

Your Tasks:

  • Development of PLC software for customer-specific machines and systems
  • Creation and implementation of automation concepts
  • Programming of Beckhoff controllers with TwinCAT
  • Integration of motion control systems and servo drives
  • Carrying out tests, troubleshooting, and commissioning on machines
  • Support during the installation and acceptance of systems at the customer site
  • Technical remote support and error analysis as required
  • Close cooperation with design, development, and technical departments
  • Collaboration throughout the entire machine lifecycle from the concept phase to ongoing customer support

Your Profile:

Must-Haves

  • Completed technical training or studies in the field of electrical engineering, automation technology, mechatronics, or comparable
  • Practical experience in industrial automation
  • Knowledge of PLC programming
  • Experience with servo drives and motion control applications
  • Structured way of working as well as good technical understanding
  • Solution-oriented personality with a hands-on mentality
  • Good English skills

Nice-to-Haves

  • Experience with Beckhoff TwinCAT
  • Knowledge in special machine construction
  • Experience with EPLAN
  • Practice in interdisciplinary development projects
  • German skills

What awaits you:

  • Collaboration on international mechanical engineering projects
  • Working with robotics, laser, inkjet, and motion control systems
  • Short decision-making paths in a technical specialist team
  • High degree of creative freedom and personal responsibility
  • Technical responsibility from development to commissioning
  • Broad range of tasks with a project character instead of purely repetitive activities

Salary & Framework Conditions:

  • Work location: Hörsching, Upper Austria
  • Monthly gross salary between EUR 3,500 and EUR 5,000 (14x annually) depending on qualification and professional experience

Interested? Then we look forward to receiving your application. Please send the documents in PDF format to karriere@whc-group.com.

WHC Austria GmbH Pottendorferstraße 62/EG19 2700 Wiener Neustadt

It is expressly pointed out that expenses incurred in connection with our job interviews will not be reimbursed.

Personal job interviews are possible by prior appointment at our office in Wiener Neustadt. The minimum remuneration for the position as PLC Programmer in Automation Technology (Full-time, Hörsching) is EUR 3,500.00 gross per month based on full-time employment. Willingness to overpay.

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