Automation & Motion Control Engineer (Siemens PLC)

TalentCloud Group • German: B1 • English: B2 • Industrial Automation • C++ • Structured Text • 5 days ago
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≈ $73k – $162k per year (Estimated)
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Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 20, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 15, 2026.

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TalentCloud Group

TalentCloud Group is a Swiss recruitment agency based in Zurich that provides mandate, permanent and contract recruitment for companies across Switzerland and internationally. Founded by chief executive Mike McGinty, it specialises in IT roles such as SAP, data analytics, DevOps, cloud, cybersecurity and AI, as well as life sciences, engineering, finance and legal hiring. Its board lists client vacancies for engineers, SAP consultants, security officers, attorneys and executive assistants, mainly in Zurich, Bern, Basel and Zug, plus in-house recruiter and business developer roles.
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Automation & Motion Control Engineer (Siemens PLC)

Aargau Canton, Switzerland

Long-Term Position (full-time permanent role for an initial fixed-term of 3 years with the possibility of extension).

Looking for your next challenge in Industrial Automation?

We're supporting an innovative Swiss engineering and technology environment that is looking to strengthen its team with an experienced Automation & Motion Control Engineer.

This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who enjoys combining PLC programming, automation engineering, motion control, commissioning and hands-on technical problem solving.

Your Responsibilities

Design, develop and commission automation solutions

Program, configure and maintain Siemens PLC systems

Work with motion control and positioning systems

Support electrical drive technologies and industrial automation equipment

Develop and optimise automation platforms

Troubleshoot complex technical issues and implement sustainable solutions

Support maintenance and continuous improvement activities

Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams

Participate in system integration, testing and commissioning activities

What We Are Looking For

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics or a related field

Experience within industrial automation environments

Strong PLC programming skills

Excellent knowledge of Siemens PLC systems and programming, ideally Siemens SIMATIC, including ST/SCL and FUP

Good understanding of sensors, actuators, measurement systems and industrial control technologies

Knowledge of industrial networks and communication protocols

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

Hands-on engineering mindset with a proactive approach

Nice-to-Have Experience

Motion Control Systems

Siemens SIMATIC Platforms

C Programming

C++

Structured Text (ST/SCL)

Pneumatics

Positioning Systems

Control Engineering

Industrial Machinery, Manufacturing or Advanced Engineering Environments

Language Requirements

German B1/B2 minimum (essential)

Good English communication skills

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Work on technically challenging and innovative engineering projects

Exposure to advanced automation, motion control and engineering systems

Join a collaborative and highly skilled engineering team

Excellent learning and development opportunities

Long-term project stability

Competitive Swiss salary package

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