PLC PROGRAMMING FOR CAREER CHANGERS
Are you an electrician, electrical technician, or mechatronics engineer looking to take the next step into programming? We’re here to help you do just that!
At MICADO, we develop custom automation solutions for international clients in the aerospace and automotive industries. We are looking for motivated people to join our team—regardless of whether you already have programming experience or are just starting to explore this field. We even offer retraining for those coming from related technical professions!
Your role at MICADO
- Programming and commissioning of PLC controllers and robotic systems
- Integration of industrial camera systems and image processing
- Supporting our projects from development through to commissioning
- Collaboration with our design, electrical engineering, and automation teams
What you should bring to the table
- Completed technical training, e.g., as an electrician, electrical technician,
- mechatronics engineer, or in a comparable profession – a completed apprenticeship is also a solid foundation
- Interest in technology, automation, and programming
- Willingness to learn and an independent, solution-oriented way of working
- Team spirit and a passion for technical challenges
- Willingness to travel
- Basic knowledge of English
Additional skills are welcome but not required:
- PLC programming (Beckhoff TwinCAT, Siemens TIA Portal)
- Robot programming (KUKA, ABB, FANUC, Epson)
- Industrial camera systems (Cognex, SensoPart, Keyence)
- Programming skills in ST/SCL
What you can expect from us
- Structured onboarding and personal support from experienced colleagues
- Targeted professional development and retraining opportunities, especially in PLC programming
- Exciting automation projects with international clients
- Long-term career development opportunities
- Flexible working hours and a 4.5-day work week
- Remote work options
- Regular team events and attractive employee benefits
Your future at MICADO:
Whether you are an experienced professional or looking to change careers, we look forward to meeting you! We get to know people, not just resumes. Together, we will identify your strengths and explore how you can grow at MICADO.
Compensation is based on the collective agreement for employees in the mechatronics industry, with the willingness to pay more. We will determine your actual salary individually based on your qualifications and prior experience.
