PCS7 Engineer
Essen
Germany
€95/hour
Contract
Industrial Automation
Would you like to work hands-on with the latest version of Siemens PCS7 in a technically challenging field environment?
Do you want to be fully involved in the final phase of a project where your contribution directly impacts delivery?
Are you available for a 3-month contract with all travel and accommodation costs covered?
Our client is in the final phase of a large PCS7 project at a waste incineration plant just north of Essen. The loop test has just been completed, and the team is under time pressure to complete software, testing, and commissioning. Your independence and hands-on mentality on-site are crucial to finishing the project on time.
I am looking for someone who:
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Has completed at least 4 PCS7 projects including commissioning
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Speaks German, with documentation mostly in English and partly in German
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Has strong knowledge of hardware and software (PCS7 v9.1)
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Has experience with safety IO (no MATEX)
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Is hands-on, practical, and field-oriented – no office mentality
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Can write PCS7 software independently
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Is comfortable in a structured German engineering environment
Who is interested in:
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Writing and testing PCS7 software
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Supporting the final commissioning activities
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Working fully on-site (Monday to Friday)
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Close cooperation with a German-speaking team
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Possible extension or follow-up assignments after August
For a company that:
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Is a trusted partner in the chemical and petrochemical sector
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Operates in Northern Germany and the Netherlands
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Fully reimburses travel, hotel, and meals
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Offers long-term opportunities for freelancers and permanent staff
We know we ask a lot, but we encourage you to apply even if you meet 80% of the profile.
Apply now!
Want to chat first? Call Coen Kwaak at 020 305 0078 or email coen.kwaak@darwinrecruitment.com to learn more about this exciting opportunity.
Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Coen Kwaak

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