Senior Automation Engineer (PLC)
SAEKIMunich, Bavaria, Germany • Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
Posted March 4, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
SAEKI is revolutionizing large component production by integrating advanced additive manufacturing with precision CNC machining. This hybrid approach accelerates on-demand production, empowering industries like aerospace, automotive, and construction to innovate more affordably and efficiently, ultimately pushing the boundaries of what can be manufactured.
Job Description
SAEKI is building the operating system for autonomous factories to enable manufacturing of mission-critical components at software speed. As a Senior Automation Engineer (PLC), you will design, program, and commission the PLC-based control systems that form the backbone of Factory ONE's automation infrastructure.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in industrial PLC programming and automation
- Expert-level proficiency with Beckhoff TwinCAT and IEC 61131-3 programming
- Hands-on experience with EtherCAT, Profinet, EtherNet/IP, or Modbus TCP
- Experience designing and commissioning safety PLCs in compliance with ISO 13849 and IEC 62443
- Experience building operator interfaces and visualization systems
- Practical experience integrating, commissioning, and troubleshooting KUKA robots in PLC-controlled production systems
- Practical understanding of plastic 3D printing processes and production constraints
- Ability to read and review schematics at both PCB and panel level
- Comfortable with soldering, hands-on electronics debugging, and electrical panel systems
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Meaningful equity
- Total Ownership: High-stakes autonomy in your domain
- The Environment: Access to a 5,000m2 state-of-the-art facility featuring 5-axis CNCs, industrial robots, and large-scale 3D printers
- The Team: 'Special Forces' model. Everyone senior, everyone ships. No politics, no bureaucracy. Direct feedback, high standards
