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Software Developer (f/m/d) Special-Purpose Machinery / Mechanical Engineering / TwinCAT

ABB • German: C1 • English: C1 • Power Grid • Industrial Automation • Bachelor's Degree • SQL • 14 days ago

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Salary

≈ $32k – $72k per year (Estimated)

Location

In office (Heidelberg)

Employment

Full-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 20, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 6, 2026. ABB scores A on the Alion truth index.

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ABB

ABB is a Swiss-Swedish engineering group headquartered in Zurich that makes electrification products, robotics, motion and drive systems, and process automation and measurement equipment for utilities, industry, transport and infrastructure. Formed in 1988 through the merger of ASEA and Brown Boveri, it is listed in Zurich and Stockholm, operates in more than 100 countries and includes B&R machine automation, founded in Austria in 1979; Morten Wierod has been chief executive since August 2024. Its global careers site lists engineering, project management, service sales, production assembly and operator, quality, HR and legal roles across the Americas, Europe and Asia.

abb.com • HQ: Zurich, Switzerland • Industrial Robotics • Power Grid • Industrial Automation • 5000+ employees • Est. 1988

Tech stack of ABB

Backed by Clean Energy Ventures, YES!Delft, Bordeaux Technowest

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner-and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Maintenance Team Leader

The work model for the role is: onsite, #LI-Onsite

Key responsibilities

ABB Heidelberg is looking for a dedicated Software Developer (f/m/d) to develop and optimize innovative machine software. You will work in a motivated team on highly specialized custom-built machines and actively help shape the future of technology.

You will be mainly accountable for:

Developing and enhancing machine software
Designing and optimizing database systems
Integrating and controlling networked, highly automated systems
Performing systematic troubleshooting and resolving technical issues
Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams

Qualifications for the role

Practical experience in the development of machine control and/or automation software using TwinCAT (ideally TwinCAT 3), for example as an Automation Software Developer (m/f/d), PLC Programmer (m/f/d), PLC Developer (m/f/d), TwinCAT Developer (m/f/d), Automation Engineer (m/f/d), Automation Technician (m/f/d), or Mechanical Engineering Software Developer (m/f/d)
Qualification as a State-Certified Technician specializing in Electrical Engineering or Automation Technology, or a degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a comparable field

Strong knowledge of SQL and database management
Experience with networked systems and IoT technologies

Fluent German language skills, both written and spoken, as well as advanced English proficiency

Reliability, willingness to learn, and strong teamwork skills
A background in special machinery engineering is a plus

Benefits

Retirement Plan
Flexible working hours
Canteen
Job bike program or subsidy for the Deutschland Ticket
Employee Share Acquisition Plan

Please note: in the case of equal suitability, people with severe disabilities and their equals are given preference.

ABB AG

+49 (0) 621 381 3500

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

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