Controls & Automation Engineer (m/f/d)

The role

You will maintain, troubleshoot and upgrade the control system of the Isar rocket engine test facility. You will develop PLC software, design hardware setups, and perform rocket engine tests.

What you will do

• Develop PLC software for existing and future control systems in Kiruna
• Design PLC hardware setups and PLC-related networks
• Perform risk analyses and design safety-critical electrical systems
• Commission control systems and maintain/upgrade them
• Be responsible for hardware and software related topics on site
• Perform rocket engine tests as part of the local test engineering and operations team

Required qualifications

• Degree in electrical engineering, automation technology, or similar, or a certified engineer in automation technology
• 2+ years of experience in automation and PLC technology
• Fluent in English
• Experience in giving technical support and troubleshooting in the field and remotely
• Knowledge about fieldbus systems
• Basic understanding of electrical schematics

Nice to have

• Experience in the field of PLC programming (soft-PLC) and commissioning preferably using Beckhoff TwinCAT 3 or CODESYS based systems
• Knowledge of sensors/sensor signals and test equipment
• Experience designing and building PLC systems to EU and international standards, preferably with Beckhoff controllers
• Experience with functional safety system design and implementation

Benefits

• Employee Participation Program: virtual company share program
• 25 days of vacation
• Subsidised lunch
• Sport Clubs membership
• Individual learning allowance granted after the probation period
• Relocation help: temporary housing accommodation in Kiruna

Before you apply

• We are currently not conducting an active recruitment process for this position
• Building a talent pool for future opportunities
• Due to security clearance requirements, affiliations with countries listed under § 13 para. 1 no. 17 SÜG may affect the application process

About the company

Isar Aerospace is a fast-growing company aiming to provide sustainable and environmentally friendly launch solutions for small and medium-sized satellites and constellations into Low Earth Orbit.