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Software Engineer

GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEAs success come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.

Why join GEA

 

Job information

Reference Number

JR-0031096

Job function

Engineering

Position type

Full time

Site

Bergensesteenweg 186, 1500 Halle

GEA Halle is part of the Food and Healthcare Technologies ( FHT) division of the GEA-groep. GEA brings together an international range of machine builders and engineering companies, each playing a leading role in their sector. GEA Halle is specialized in tablet presses for over 90 years, which are used in the pharmaceutical industry and in various other industries (batteries, detergents, powder metallurgy, food, and others). Thanks to years of expertise and technological progress, we have grown into one of the market leaders. 90% of our turnover comes from worldwide exports. As a software engineer you will join the software and electrical engineering team at GEA Halle. This dynamic team brings together a diverse blend of expertise, featuring skilled .NET and PLC developers alongside innovative electrical designers. With members spanning various ages and experience levels, we foster a collaborative environment where fresh ideas meet seasoned insights. Together, we deliver cutting-edge solutions, seamlessly integrating software and electrical systems to drive innovation and excellence. GEA is looking for a dedicated Software Engineer.Your responsibilities and tasks:

As Software Engineer you are responsible for programming in the PLC and SCADA code to maintain and add functionalities to the existing software package.

 

Your Responsibilities:

 

• Developing and programming of software as part of a team.

• Improving software applications for new requirements and technologies.

• Developing customers specific requirements in our software applications.

• Maintain software validation and tests.

• Investigating new solutions and improvements for our software applications.

Your profile and qualifications:

• Bachelors or masters degree in engineering or ICT with 5 years of experience.

• Experience in:

• Siemens Step7, Tia portal, CPUs: S7-300/400/1500.

• Industrial Communication Protocols (OPC, Profinet, Profibus, IO Link, Ethercad).

• Motor Drive Controls.

• Databases (MS and non-MS), SQL (ORM Frameworks).

• .net technologies (VB, C#).

• Team player with interest in automation.

• Knowledge of machines and SCADA developments.

• Quickly learn new methods, both in your knowledge domain (e.g., Design Patterns) and beyond (e.g., Validation Procedures).

• Formal work according to specified specifications.

• In the relationship with customers, you create trust and respect.

• You are fluent in Dutch and English.

• Willing to travel (in total less than 8 weeks per year, in periods of maximum 2 weeks).

 

Benefits:

• A competitive salary package including company car, meal vouchers, group insurance, health insurance, etc.

• 20 vacation days + 12 ADV days (40 hours working week)

• An international work environment.

• Flexibility in working hours. Working from home is possible.

• GEA will invest in your personal development and support internal as well as external training programs for your further development. Possibility to grow and develop into other roles at GEA.

• Ability to work in an environment where innovation and change is part of the everyday culture.

 

What happens once your application is submitted?

 

You will receive an email when your application has been processed.

One of our Talent Acquisition Specialists will review and verify if the application meets the qualifications of the role. If your application has been successfully verified, you will be invited to a first interview either virtually or face-to-face.

Usually after the second/third interview round we will make a decision.
Please do not hesitate to reach out to our team at any stage of your application.