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About the Company

Syncore is a European provider of automated and integrated logistics solutions, helping customers optimize their warehouse operations through technologies such as AutoStore, Geek+ AMRs, and Movu atlas pallet shuttle systems.

As part of Royal Reesink, an international group with 2,200 employees and an annual turnover of €1.2 billion, Syncore offers the stability of an established organization alongside the ambition and dynamics of a growing brand.

Responsibilities

As a (Senior) PLC Engineer, you are responsible for:

Developing and programming complex automation solutions using Siemens Step7 and TIA Portal;
Creating and further developing visualizations with WinCC Professional and WinCC Unified;
Commissioning machines and systems at customer sites, including troubleshooting, optimization, and maintenance;
Cross-functional collaboration to ensure seamless integration of warehouse automation solutions;
Providing remote support and participating in the on-call support service;
Coordinating and developing interfaces in collaboration with suppliers;
Preparing operating manuals and functional process descriptions;
Carrying out installation and service assignments at customer sites.

For a Senior profile, you will also:

Take technical ownership of complex automation projects and act as a key technical authority within the engineering team;
Contribute to architecture decisions, define programming standards and control concepts;
Support less experienced colleagues and play a role during commissioning activities.

Requirements

Completed vocational training in Electrical Engineering or Automation Technology, further qualification as a State-Certified Technician (m/f/d), or a comparable qualification;
Several years of experience in PLC programming;
Experience with Siemens Step7 and TIA Portal; knowledge of S5 is an advantage;
Confident user of Microsoft Office;
Very good German and good English language skills;
Independent, structured, and solution-oriented way of working;
Willingness to travel and a valid Class B driver’s license.

For a Senior profile, we additionally expect:

Experience leading technical workstreams or acting as a technical authority within automation projects;
Strong understanding of automation architecture, industrial communication protocols, and system integration concepts;
Ability to mentor junior engineers and support knowledge sharing across the team.

We Offer

Working in a top segment with professional projects;
Flexible working hours and 30 days of annual leave;
Opportunity to work from home 1–2 days per week;
Attractive salary package including holiday and Christmas bonuses;
Capital-forming benefits, company pension scheme, and private supplementary health insurance;
Company bike for private use and Hansefit fitness program;
Regular English lessons and individual training opportunities;
A family-oriented working environment with short decision-making paths;
Plenty of freedom to contribute your own ideas and take responsibility;
Exciting and varied projects using state-of-the-art automation technology;
Mobile phone and laptop.

Contact

Do you recognize yourself in this profile or do you need additional information, please feel free to contact either Michael Schuster (Head of PLC Design) at [email protected] or Rieke Golz (HR Manager Syncore GmbH) at +49 713 695 750. Your application can be sent to Rieke Golz at [email protected].

Apply now and become part of our team!

“We don’t just sell solutions, we leverage our expertise and experience to take responsibility for solutions that create measurable value within our customers’ operations.”

Testimonials

Maik Weinheimer, Account Manager

“Projects here are complex and international, but that’s exactly what makes the role interesting. You work with different teams and cultures, all focused on one shared goal.”

Max Brucker, Project Manager

“As a software developer, I enjoy the fact that what we build is actually used in real-life operations. You see your work making a difference in the warehouse.”

Mark Berentsen, Software Developer

“In service, you are close to the customer. You solve problems, but you also build trust. Even though the company is growing, the culture stays very personal.”

Benjan van den Brink, Service Engineer

(Senior) PLC Engineer

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