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About the Job ?
Are you a passionate PLC or Embedded systems software developer with a keen interest in cutting-edge control systems and IoT solutions?
Alfa Laval is seeking Software Developer for Control Systems to join our global Automation Development team.
You'll play a crucial role in advancing our control systems and contributing to our mission of achieving "autonomous operation" for our core products. If you're ready to take on an exciting challenge, this opportunity is for you!
Who you are?
We are looking for a person with:
- Creative, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
- Comfortable with working in a cross-cultural and cross-disciplinary environment.
- An open mind and a team player.
- A high level of attention to details.
What you will do?
As a Software Developer for Control Systems at Alfa Laval, you will be engaged in a dynamic Agile environment throughout the entire product lifecycle. Your responsibilities will include:
- Software engineering on PLC and HMI platform for Alfa Laval products, involving feature breakdown, task specification, programming, testing, documentation, source code management, deployment, and issue tracking.
- Web-based HMI development using our design language.
- Establishing global automation standards for the platforms we use through cross-site collaboration.
- Working in sprints as a part of a self-organizing team, contributing to the evolution of our products.
- Maintain previous released of PLC / HMI software.
Your Background & Experience
A university degree, preferably a Master's or Bachelor's from anyone of the
following field:
Mechatronics / Control & Automation / Embedded Systems / Industrial Automation / Electrical & Electronics / Instrumentation & Control / Computer systems or a related field.
Must Have
- Extensive experience in PLC software development using ST/FBD and other IEC- 61131-3 programming languages, C, C++ and/or experience with embedded systems.
- More than 1 years of work experience in software development and standardizations, with PLC platform and/or embedded systems.
- Proficiency with configuring and programming VFDs.
- Experience in industrial communication protocols such as ProfNet, EtherNet/IP, Ethernet Powerlink, EtherCAT, Modbus, Profibus and OPC-UA.
- Experience in B&R / Siemens / Allen Bradley / PLC platforms.
- Experience in reading and understanding P&ID / Electrical drawings / FDS.
- Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
- A customer-focused mindset and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
Good to Have
• Knowledge in Software Development Models & Methods (OOP, S88, PackML
• Knowledge or experience in developing web-based HMI Screens, with basic
knowledge of HTML.
What’s in it for you ?
We offer an engaging role in a collaborative, globally inclusive environment where we support each other in personal and collective growth, and the creation of value. You will hold a position that actively involves you in the development of innovative and highly advanced products.
This role offers the chance to be part of a worldwide organization with
significant career prospects for well-suited candidates.
We hire for potential and will make sure to train you if needed!
This position is based in Monza, Italy
For more information, please contact:
Ranjith Rajachandran, Software Solutions Manager, Automation Development.
[email protected]
We don’t accept applications sent directly via email.
Skills Required
- Extensive experience in PLC software development using ST/FBD and other IEC-61131-3 programming languages
- More than 1 years of work experience in software development with PLC platform and/or embedded systems
- Proficiency with configuring and programming VFDs
- Experience in industrial communication protocols such as ProfNet, EtherNet/IP, and Modbus
- Experience in B&R / Siemens / Allen Bradley / PLC platforms
- Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written
Alfa Laval Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Alfa Laval and has not been reviewed or approved by Alfa Laval.
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Retirement Support — 401(k) support is described as generous in U.S. postings, and the retirement plan is a notable strength alongside core coverage.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are core parts of the package, and health insurance is often described positively in U.S. materials.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO and paid holidays are standard, with options like purchasing additional PTO expanding flexibility for some roles.
Alfa Laval Insights
What We Do
Pioneering positive impact! Our pioneering 140-year-old start-up culture is built on the idea that partnership is the key to solving complex problems and unlocking the full potential of resources. So we collaborate closely with our partners, customers, and thought leaders to create game-changing solutions that challenge conventional thinking on quality, efficiency, and innovation. United by a shared commitment to creating positive impact we’re reshaping vital industries, like energy, food, water, and shipping, to optimize efficiency, reduce emissions, and increase yields. Together, we’re building business success, elevating the quality of life across society, and driving progress towards a more sustainable world. Alfa Laval is a leading global provider of first-rate heat transfer, separation, fluid handling products separation, and fluid handling products. With these as its base, Alfa Laval aims to help enhance the productivity and competitiveness of its customers in various industries throughout the world. We define their challenges and deliver sustainable products and solutions that meet their requirements – in energy, the environment, food, and the marine industry. Alfa Laval today has customers in some 100 countries, employs more than 21,300 people, and annual sales were SEK 63.6 billion (5.5 BEUR) in 2023. The company is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. Alfa Laval contributes to 15 of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals. Our solutions make a difference in daily life. You can learn more on our website about how our products work, and how they are used in industries worldwide. We welcome your engagement, comments and questions - our guidelines and moderation policy for Alfa Laval channels on social media can be found here: https://www.alfalaval.com/legal/community-guidelines/ Personal data will be handled in accordance with the Alfa Laval Privacy Policy. https://www.alfalaval.com/privacy
