Software Developer in Mechanical Engineering

Stack

Responsibilities

• ▹Implement control software for high-precision, cycle-time-critical manufacturing processes
• ▹Develop software components for analyzing measurement data
• ▹Develop new products for the ecosystem and improve existing ones through code optimization and new features
• ▹Design, develop, and test software with TwinCAT 3 (Structured Text)
• ▹Integrate field devices (EtherCAT, IO-Link), robotics/drive technology, inline metrology, HMI connectivity, and data connectivity (OPC UA, MES, SQL, InfluxDB)
• ▹Create functional specifications, FAT/SAT, customer acceptance tests, code reviews, version control (Git)

Requirements

• ▹2+ years of software development experience in C/C++, Java, Rust, or similar
• ▹Confident in object-oriented programming
• ▹Experience with Git and structured, requirement-driven working style
• ▹German (B2/C1), English B2
• ▹Valid work permit for Germany (for non-EU citizens)

Nice to have

• ▹Experience with PLC development, ideally with Beckhoff TwinCAT 3
• ▹Experience in the battery cell/process industry

Soft skills

What we offer

• ▹40h/week, flexible hours, partial remote work
• ▹€50,000–85,000 annual salary
• ▹30 days of vacation
• ▹Further training, trade fairs/conferences
• ▹Modern equipment, short decision paths

About the company

RapidEdge Technology develops and automates production equipment for battery cells, next-gen batteries, fuel cells, and electrolyzers, partnering with OEMs and machine builders, headquartered in Karlsruhe.