PstrongHyDep Srl /strong, part of strongNextChem Group /strong, is seeking a strongPLC Software Engineer /strong to join our engineering team and contribute to the development, implementation, and maintenance of control systems for electrolysis plants, with a strong focus on automation and process management using PLC and SCADA systems. /ppHyDep Srl is highly specialized in the design, testing and certification of water electrolysis systems. /ppThe Company is set to grow, confirming its position on the market as engineering services and small-scale electrolyser provider and developing large-scale innovative electrolysis technology for the Group. /p pThe ideal candidate should have experience in PLC programming, integration with field instrumentation, and the management of complex industrial processes—preferably in the chemical, energy, or environmental sector. /ppstrongMain Responsibilities /strong /pulliDesign, development, and maintenance of PLC software (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Phoenix, or others) for electrolysis plants (programming in Codesys). /liliIntegration and configuration of SCADA/HMI systems for process monitoring and control. /liliCollaboration with the process and electrical engineering teams to ensure proper plant automation. /liliInterface with field instruments (sensors, actuators, valves, analyzers) using industrial protocols (Profinet, Modbus, OPC-UA, etc.). /liliOn-site commissioning and support during plant start-up. /liliPreparation of technical documentation (manuals, functional logics, functional diagrams). /liliDiagnostics, troubleshooting, and optimization of automated processes. /li /ulpstrongRequirements /strong /ppstrongEducation /strong /pulliBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Mechatronics, or related fields. /liliTechnical diploma with proven experience. /li /ulpstrongTechnical Skills /strong /pulliAt least 3–5 years of experience in PLC and SCADA/HMI programming. /liliKnowledge of industrial automation architectures. /liliExperience in industrial plants, preferably in electrochemical or energy environments. /liliKnowledge of industrial communication protocols (Profinet, Ethernet/IP, Modbus, OPC-UA). /liliAbility to read and interpret electrical schematics and PIDs. /li /ulpstrongSoft Skills /strong /pulliAbility to work in multidisciplinary teams. /liliAnalytical approach and problem-solving orientation. /liliFlexibility and availability for national/international travel (during commissioning). /liliGood knowledge of written and spoken English. /li /ulpstrongPreferred Qualifications /strong /pulliDirect experience on electrolysis plants (e.g., green hydrogen, chlor-alkali, other electrochemical processes). /liliKnowledge of ATEX regulations and plant safety standards. /liliFamiliarity with DCS systems. /li /ul