PLC Team Leader

About the Client

Qubiqa Group is a Danish company with an 80-year history of designing and manufacturing specialized machinery for a wide range of industries. The company embraces a strong Scandinavian culture, which it integrates into its Polish branch.

Qubiqa A/S in Esbjerg and CH System in Naestved design and produce end-of-line equipment for various industries, including insulation manufacturing and food processing. Their machines are delivered to customers worldwide.

Qubiqa Sp. z o.o. in Piła, Poland, manufactures and supplies conveyors, switchboards, and other smaller machines to the group's Danish divisions.

Job summary

Qubiqa is currently establishing a new programming hub in Katowice. In collaboration with our client, we are looking for a PLC Team Leader to spearhead this initiative.

Responsibilities:

• Build, lead and manage a team of 5-8 PLC engineers to deliver high-quality automation solutions.

• Ensure structured and effective approach to executing assigned projects.

• Maintain a strong focus on meeting deadlines and tracking progress through structured planning.

• Identify and openly communicate team limitations to ensure clear resource allocation.

• Write technical descriptions for the equipment to be programmed.

• Align with the electrical hardware team on control system requirements.

• Develop, program, test, and troubleshoot PLC systems to meet project specifications.

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (production, maintenance, and quality) to align automation systems with business objectives.

• Ensure all PLC programs comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.

• Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders.

• Train and mentor team members to enhance their technical skills.

• Maintain detailed documentation of programs, modifications, and maintenance activities.

Key qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field.

• Experience: Preferably 2-5 years' experience with PLC programming and, preferably, 2-3 years' leadership experience.

• Technical Skills:

  > Expertise in PLC programming languages (e.g., Ladder Logic, Function Block Diagram).

  > Proficiency in popular PLC platforms (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley).

  > Experience with SCADA/HMI systems and industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP).

  > Knowledge of safety standards and machine automation principles.

• Soft Skills:

  > Strong leadership and team management abilities.

  > Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

  > Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

  > Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects.

• Additional requirements:

  > Willingness to travel to project sites up to 70 days per year,

  > English skills on a high level both in verbally and in writing.

What we offer:

• Stable, permanent employment.

• Hybrid work option.

• Central and modern office space in Katowice.

• Flat management structure following a Scandinavian work culture.

• Which other benefits are important to you? Let us know!

Interested?
Apply here. 

If you have any questions about the position or Qubiqa, please get in touch with Joanna Nowak Kabat on jnk@mpeople.dk or +48 698950069.

We look forward to hearing from you.