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PLC Programmer and Maintenance (Automotive)

Randstad España

This job was originally posted in Spanish and automatically translated to English. You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.

Job Description

Are you passionate about industrial automation and looking for a project with a real impact?

We are building the new era of transport at our electric vehicle factory in Barcelona. We are setting up a complete production line from scratch and need a PLC expert to ensure our control systems are flawless and efficient.

If you have experience in advanced programming and want to leave your mark on the future of mobility, this is the place for you!

Your main mission will be the programming, maintenance, and commissioning of the automated systems that bring our electric vehicle line to life.
- Star Programming: Design, program, and optimize control logic (Siemens S7/Tia Portal or Allen-Bradley) for assembly, painting, and bodywork stations.
- Rapid Diagnosis: Lead the detection and resolution of faults in PLC systems, HMI/SCADA, industrial networks (Profinet/Ethernet/IP), sensors, and actuators.
- Commissioning: Actively participate in the installation and start-up of new machinery, ensuring the seamless integration of automation.
- Continuous Improvement: Propose and implement improvements in the efficiency and safety of production processes.

Things to consider:
- Education: CFGS in Industrial Automation and Robotics, Automotive, electronics, or mechatronics (or a related university degree).
- Minimum 3 years as a PLC Technician/Programmer, preferably in high-cadence production line environments.

Solid Technical Knowledge:
- Proficiency in Siemens, Rockwell, and/or Allen-Bradley PLC programming. Essential to know how to interpret electrical diagrams and have experience with drives and fieldbus systems.

Key Competencies: Ability to react quickly, autonomy in decision-making, and a strong commitment to quality and safety.

Direct hiring by the company and a stable position.
Flexible working hours to balance work and personal life.

Conditions:
- Full-time permanent contract.
- Rotating shifts: morning, afternoon, and night (rotating every 15 days).
- Salary: 35,400-37,000 euros per year.
- Special compensation for Saturdays worked: 120 euros/day.

Access to company social benefits.
You will work in a pleasant and dynamic environment with a team of committed professionals.

View original advert (Spanish)

¿Eres un apasionado de la automatización industrial y buscas un proyecto con un impacto real?

Estamos construyendo la nueva era del transporte en nuestra fábrica de vehículos eléctricos en Barcelona. Estamos montando una línea de producción completa desde cero y necesitamos a un/a crack en PLC que asegure que nuestros sistemas de control sean impecables y eficientes.

Si tienes experiencia en programación avanzada y quieres dejar tu huella en el futuro de la movilidad, ¡este es tu sitio!

Tu misión principal será la programación, mantenimiento y puesta a punto de los sistemas automatizados que dan vida a nuestra línea de vehículos eléctricos.
- Programación Estrella: Diseñar, programar y optimizar la lógica de control (Siemens S7/Tia Portal o Allen-Bradley) para las estaciones de ensamblaje, pintura y carrocería.
- Diagnóstico Rápido: Liderar la detección y resolución de fallos en sistemas PLC, HMI/SCADA, redes industriales (Profinet/Ethernet/IP), sensores y actuadores.
- Puesta en Marcha: Participar activamente en la instalación y start-up de nueva maquinaria, asegurando la integración perfecta de la automatización.
- Mejora Continua: Proponer e implementar mejoras en la eficiencia y seguridad de los procesos de producción.

A tener en cuenta:
- Formación: CFGS en Automatización y Robótica Industrial, Automoción, electrónica o mecatrónica(o titulación universitaria relacionada).
- Mínimo 3 años como Técnico/Programador de PLC, preferiblemente en entornos de producción en línea de alta cadencia.

Conocimientos Técnicos Sólidos:
- Dominio en programación de PLC Siemens, Rockwell y/o Allen-Bradley. Imprescindible saber interpretar esquemas eléctricos y tener experiencia con variadores y sistemas de bus de campo.

Competencias Clave: Capacidad de reacción, autonomía en la toma de decisiones y un fuerte compromiso con la calidad y la seguridad.

Incorporación directa con la empresa y una posición estable.
Jornada laboral flexible para poder conciliar el trabajo con la vida personal.