Neura Robotics Gmbh

Automation & Safety Software Engineer (human)

Metzingen / Riederich. Posted 2 months ago

The role

The Safety Programmer will develop, test, and troubleshoot safety-related control logic using PLC programming. You will integrate safety networks and apply robotics concepts to compute safety functions.

What you will do

  • Develop, test, and troubleshoot safety-related control logic using PLC programming per IEC 61131-3
  • Implement and commission safe fieldbus communication together with I/O systems, sensors, actuators, and servo drives
  • Apply kinematics, dynamics, and control theory in safety function computation
  • Commission, debug, and validate machine safety functions in line with ISO 13849, ISO 10218-1/-2:2025, and IEC 61508
  • Work closely with hardware, software, and system teams on safety concepts and requirements
  • Contribute analysis, troubleshooting, reviews, and clear safety documentation

Required qualifications

  • Degree in Automation, Robotics, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Control Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
  • Hands-on experience developing and testing safety-related logic per IEC 61131-3 (ST, LD, FBD) on at least one automation platform
  • C/C++ programming for safety-related or embedded software
  • Working knowledge of functional and robot safety standards (ISO 13849, ISO 10218-1/-2:2025, IEC 61508) and experience validating safety functions
  • Understanding of safe fieldbus communication (e.g. FSoE/EtherCAT) and servo drive integration
  • Solid knowledge of robotics concepts: kinematics, dynamics, and control theory
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
  • Good communication and documentation

Nice to have

  • Experience with PROFINET/PROFIsafe and CIP Safety
  • Python for scripting and test automation, and Git
  • Hands-on experience with industrial or collaborative robots

About the company

The Systems Engineering Department transforms market demands into safe, certifiable, and competitive solutions and architectures. The mission is to enable seamless human-robot collaboration and deliver solutions that are safe, compliant, and ready for the future.