About this Controls Software Engineer role at KION Group
We’re currently looking for Controls Software Engineer to join our team in Lithuania. This role focuses on PLC, HMI, and SCADA software design, emulation, testing, and commissioning for automated warehouse and material handling systems, working across both office-based development and on-site project delivery. The role offers international travel, exposure to industry-leading automation technologies, and the opportunity to deepen your expertise while working on complex, large-scale automation projects.
We offer:
Global opportunities that help you grow beyond borders.
Environment where you work with diverse, forward-thinking, and internationally connected teams.
Work on exciting, innovative automation projects worldwide, using industry-leading warehouse systems, intelligent software, and cutting-edge intralogistics technologies.
Access to LinkedIn Learning platform and internal talent development programs to encourage and support your professional and personal development.
Hybrid work model, modern workspaces available in Kaunas (Kauno Dokas) and Vilnius (SIMBIOCITY).
Opportunity to travel internationally while supporting the role.
Private Health Insurance
Employer contributions to a 3rd pillar Pension Fund
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The monthly pay range for this role is estimated to be €2900-4300 gross (final compensation will be determined based on your competencies and experience) + daily allowance (varying between €35 – €80 per day) while on business trips.
Tasks and Qualifications:
What will you do in this role?
Produce, emulate and test PLC software and / or visualization systems.
Interpret electrical schematics and design input information.
Lead controls engineering activities related to project design and implementation.
Provide technical guidance.
Deliver the assigned project scope and tasks by meeting / exceeding our safety, quality, On-Time-Delivery and budget requirements.
Ensure systems designed and supplied are CE Compliant to the Machinery Directive.
Produce associated documentation including, but not limited to, design calculations, design specifications, Method Statements and Risk Assessments, operation and maintenance manuals, and test specifications.
Commission controls systems on site and provide support to system commissioning activities and training for the end user.
Maintain the Dematic image as a top-quality, professional company, by adopting an honest, professional and attentive approach.
Follow and leverage Dematic standards whenever possible.
What are we looking for?
Educated to degree level (bachelor’s degree or higher) in Automation, Control Technologies, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics or a related engineering field.
3+ years of experience as Controls Software / Design Engineer, Automation Engineer or similar role.
Extensive proven hands-on experience working within an industrial automation environment.
Advanced understanding of PLC development tools such as Siemens TIA Portal and HMI software design and implementation.
Good understanding of Electrical and Electronic technical manuals & drawings.
Understanding of design requirements such as Machine Directive and its standards including safety standards.
Strong knowledge of distributed control systems (Profinet, Profibus, ASi, EthernetIP or similar).
Extensive understanding of software testing and emulation.
Previous use of CAD tools.
Familiarity with SCADA and E-plan is desirable but not essential.
An understanding of automated warehouses is desirable but not essential.
Willingness to travel internationally to customer sites for up to 60% of the time.
Full working proficiency in English.
Hold a valid driving license.
If you are an ambitious individual who thrives in collaborative environments, excels in driving team success and would like to work as a part of an international team, we’d love to hear from you! Join us at Dematic and become part of a team that is shaping the future of material handling solutions.
