A company is looking for a Siemens PLC Programmer to support a hybrid setup in Siegen. The project focuses on programming and optimizing Siemens PLC systems, particularly within the steel industry. The role requires expertise in S120 and G120 servo drives. The ideal candidate should live close to Siegen to facilitate on-site work when required. Key responsibilities: - Programming and optimizing Siemens PLC systems. - Working with S120 and G120 servo drives. - Collaborating with the team to ensure smooth operations in a hybrid setup. - Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues. - Ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.

For a project in the power plant environment, a freelance specialist for the migration and adaptation of the ABB 800xA control system is required at short notice.**Typical tasks in this role:**- Implementation of programming and commissioning with the ABB 800xA process control system.- Migration of existing control system logic to the new system version, including adjustment of controllers and I/O modules.- Creation and modification of process graphics, user interfaces, and alarm management configurations.- Execution of system tests, error analyses, and performance optimizations to ensure plant availability and controllability.- Technical support for operational personnel during the commissioning and ramp-up phases.- Preparation and maintenance of technical documentation (functional diagrams, configuration descriptions, test protocols).- Close collaboration with process engineering, electrical engineering, and the plant operator.**Relevant technologies, tools or methods:**- Control system: ABB Ability™ System 800xA (including AC 800M Controller, Information Management, Batch Control).- Engineering tools: Control Builder M, Process Graphics Migration Tool, Bulk Data Manager.- Bus systems: PROFIBUS, Foundation Fieldbus, Modbus.- Virtualization: VMware, Hyper-V for test and development environments.- Databases: SQL knowledge for historical data analysis (e.g. 800xA History).- Knowledge of relevant standards for process and power plant engineering (e.g. IEC 61508, IEC 61511).**Typical KPIs or success metrics:**- Migration speed: Number of migrated system components/functions per week/month.- System availability: Control system uptime after migration > 99.9%.- Commissioning error rate: Number of critical software bugs after go-live < 5.- Test coverage: Percentage of successfully executed and documented test cases > 95%. - Adherence to project schedule: Completion of migration and commissioning by the defined deadline.- Operator acceptance: Positive feedback from operational personnel on the new system environment.**Specific challenges, risks or specifics:**- Migration in live operation (“brownfield”) with minimal downtime.- Ensuring compatibility between old and new system components (hardware/software).- High complexity of process logic in power plants (e.g. boiler management, turbine control).- Risk of cybersecurity vulnerabilities in networked control systems (e.g. CVEs for 800xA).- Management of interfaces to third-party systems (e.g. MES, ERP).- Need for intensive and precise collaboration between control technology, process engineering, and operations.**Concrete deliverables (“Deliverables”):**- Migrated and operational control logic on the target system.- Fully tested and customer-approved process graphics and user interfaces.- Acceptance protocols for Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) and Site Acceptance Test (SAT).- Updated technical plant documentation.- Final migration report with lessons learned.- Trained operational personnel.

A company is seeking an experienced Electrical Commissioning Engineer to support an industrial/utility project in Narva, Estonia. The role involves acting as the first point of contact for electrical commissioning issues on-site, navigating complex documentation, and resolving design and installation challenges, particularly from third-party packages. The engineer will evaluate faults, propose solutions, and defend the client's position when necessary, ensuring clear communication with stakeholders. - Act as the first point of contact on-site for electrical commissioning issues. - Review and navigate complex documentation related to electrical systems. - Identify and resolve design and installation issues, especially from third-party packages. - Handle MCCs, generic point lists, and interface mismatches. - Evaluate responsibility for faults: - If blame is justified → propose and implement a solution. - If blame is unjustified → defend the client's position. - Represent and communicate problems clearly to relevant stakeholders.

A company is seeking a specialist Construction Manager for Electrical Engineering as well as a specialist Construction Manager for Control Technology (Siemens T3000) for a challenging project. The project’s objective is the technical supervision and management of the control technology interfaces of the existing plant during the integration of the new system, as well as ensuring quality and contractual compliance throughout the construction and commissioning phases. The role requires intensive coordination and monitoring of interfaces with construction planning due to the size of the project. The Construction Manager will work closely with control engineers, planners, experts and contractors to ensure the successful implementation of the project. Key Responsibilities: Technical supervision of the control technology interfaces of the existing plant during the integration of the new system Technical management of control engineers, planners, experts and contractors - Preparation of technical and project-phase-specific documentation - Participation in project meetings and negotiations - Technical oversight of quality assurance and quality control during the construction and commissioning phases - Advisory support for control technology commissioning - Technical coordination with planning engineers regarding quality monitoring tasks - Monitoring contractual compliance and conducting quality inspections - Participation in safety meetings and implementation of measures to remedy identified deficiencies

A company is seeking an experienced Electrical Commissioning Engineer to support an industrial/utility project in Narva, Estonia. The role involves acting as the first point of contact on-site for electrical commissioning issues, reviewing complex documentation, and resolving design and installation challenges, particularly from third-party packages. The engineer will evaluate faults, propose solutions, and defend the client's position when necessary. Clear communication with stakeholders and independent client-side representation are key aspects of this role. - Act as the first point of contact on-site for electrical commissioning issues. - Review and navigate complex documentation related to electrical systems. - Identify and resolve design and installation issues, especially from third-party packages. - Handle MCCs, generic point lists, and interface mismatches. - Evaluate responsibility for faults: If blame is justified → propose and implement a solution. If blame is unjustified → defend the client's position. - Represent and communicate problems clearly to relevant stakeholders.

A company is looking for an experienced MES consultant specializing in MPDV's Hydra X to support the expansion of the system to additional sites. The system is already deployed at one location and is now to be further scaled. The role includes supporting the introduction of new features or versions of the system, implementing system customizations and optimizations based on production requirements, as well as accompanying the rollout. The consultant will work closely with internal teams and external service providers to ensure rapid identification and resolution of issues in the MES system. - Support in introducing new features or versions of the system - Implementation of system customizations and optimizations based on production requirements - Support in the rollout to additional sites - Rapid identification and resolution of issues in the MES system

A company is seeking a Specialist/Consultant in system testing for special purpose machinery development. The System Test and Qualification group performs system tests in development projects, including testing individual components, machine modules and software releases. Responsibilities also include defining and conducting acceptance tests. The project’s objective is to support the detailed planning of test tasks, creation and optimization of test case specifications, as well as conducting integration and functional tests. All activities are performed on-site in the lab on machine systems. - Detailed planning of test tasks - Creation and optimization of test case specifications - Conducting integration and functional tests - Execution of test cases (Black Box, Use Case, Fail Case Tests) - Documentation and preparation of test results in the test management tool and MS Office - Fault analysis and communication with developers (directly in the lab and via MS Teams) - Coordination with project management and the test manager

A company is urgently seeking qualified commissioning engineers for an ongoing project at the Salzgitter site. The project’s objective is the commissioning and optimization of HVAC systems, ideally in the cleanroom sector. The role involves on-site work, shift work (periodically) and a 5-day work week. Main tasks: - Commissioning and optimization of HVAC systems - On-site work, including tasks on ladders, scaffolding and platforms - Coordination and organization of workflows - Communication with various project stakeholders - Ensuring compliance with technical standards and safety regulations

As part of a digitization initiative, software quality will be ensured and improved through modern testing, analysis and review methods. The goal is to increase development quality and efficiency through strategic measures and coaching. - Definition, monitoring and improvement of test coverage strategies for critical software components. - Organization and execution of code reviews in compliance with coding standards, architectural and security requirements. - Setup, execution and evaluation of SonarQube analyses as well as coordination of the remediation of technical debt and security vulnerabilities. - Training and support of developers in Clean Code, TDD and CI/CD practices. - Assessment and continuous advancement of QA processes, tools and metrics.

A company is seeking a skilled Embedded Linux Engineer to support the rollout and commissioning of new hardware modules at a leading technology manufacturer. The role involves hardware-related software development, device driver programming, and direct troubleshooting with hardware teams on-site. Typical project responsibilities: - Develop and adapt Linux device drivers for custom hardware modules - Kernel customization, system integration and performance optimization of Embedded Linux systems - Conduct unit and integration tests on target hardware - Work closely with hardware development for debugging and failure analysis - Document software architectures and implementations for internal knowledge transfer - Support the deployment of the modules in production environments Key technologies/tools/methodologies: - Embedded Linux (Yocto/Buildroot), C/C++, shell scripting - Debugging tools: JTAG, gdb, logic analyzers - Version control (Git), CI/CD for embedded projects KPIs/Success Metrics: - On-time commissioning of modules, system uptime/MTBF, error rate in field use, stability under resource constraints Special challenges/risks: - Hardware/software integration under time pressure, managing resource limitations on embedded devices Deliverables: - Ready-to-use hardware modules with tested Linux firmware - Complete project and code documentation, transfer of know-how to client teams Lessons Learned/Best Practices: - Intensive cross-team collaboration, early integration testing, automated regression testing and code reviews

For the further development of a complex ServiceNow platform, a developer specializing in the middlelayer level is sought. The focus is on implementing business logic, integrations, and data processing between the frontend and backend systems. - **Typical Areas of Responsibility:** - Design and development of server-side business logic in ServiceNow using Business Rules, Script Includes, and Workflows. - Design, implementation, and maintenance of REST- and SOAP-based integrations to third-party systems (e.g. SAP, Jira, HR systems) via IntegrationHub or custom scripts. - Development and optimization of data flows and transformations within the platform. - Performance analysis and optimization of server-side scripts and database interactions. - Ensuring platform stability and security through robust and error-resistant coding. - **Relevant Technologies, Tools or Methods:** - ServiceNow platform: in-depth knowledge of the Glide API (GlideRecord, GlideSystem), server-side scripting (JavaScript ES5). - Integrations: IntegrationHub (Spokes), REST/SOAP API Explorer, JSON, XML. - Automation: Flow Designer, Workflow Editor. - Development tools: ServiceNow Studio, VS Code with ServiceNow plugins. - Methodology: Agile (Scrum), use of Update Sets and Application Scopes for deployment. - **Typical KPIs or Success Metrics:** - Transaction response times for critical middlelayer processes. - Error rate for API calls and integrations (< 1%). - Success rate of automated workflows. - Code complexity (e.g., measured via SonarQube integration). - Adoption rate of new functionalities enabled by the middlelayer. - **Particular Challenges, Risks or Specifics:** - Complexity of dependencies between various ServiceNow modules and external systems. - Ensuring scalability with high transaction volumes. - Debugging asynchronous processes and integrations. - Adhering to ServiceNow best practices to avoid compromising platform upgradeability ("out-of-the-box" vs. customizing). - **Concrete Deliverables:** - Implemented and tested Script Includes and Business Rules. - Fully configured and documented integrations in IntegrationHub. - Technical documentation of the developed logic and data flows. - Completed Update Sets, ready for deployment to the production environment. - **Lessons Learned / Best Practices:** - Reusable logic should be encapsulated in Script Includes rather than duplicated across multiple Business Rules. - Asynchronous Business Rules should be preferred for long-running operations to avoid blocking the user experience. - The Flow Designer is preferable to the classic Workflow Editor for new automations.

Ein Unternehmen sucht einen erfahrenen Technischen Redakteur, der für die Erstellung und Verwaltung von Datenblättern, Produktbroschüren und Katalogen verantwortlich ist. Diese Dokumente sind entscheidend für den Vertrieb, rechtsverbindlich und Teil der internen Qualitätssicherung. Die Produktbroschüren präsentieren die wesentlichen Produktmerkmale und den Kundennutzen, während die Datenblätter detaillierte Spezifikationen enthalten. Die Rolle umfasst die eigenverantwortliche Steuerung und Überwachung sämtlicher Korrektur- und Abstimmprozesse bis zur finalen Freigabe sowie die Sicherstellung der definierten Qualitäts- und Freigabeprozesse gemäß den Unternehmensrichtlinien. Zudem ist die Ablage der finalen Daten in den entsprechenden Systemen wie Promo-Office-Datenbank, PDM und Internet-CMS erforderlich. - Erstellung von Datenblättern, Produktbroschüren und Katalogen gemäß den Vorgaben. - Aufbereitung der Daten für die Druckproduktion und ISO-konforme Ablage im Produktmanagement-System. - Steuerung der versionierten Dokumente für Druckproduktion und Veröffentlichung in Online-Medien. - Sicherstellung der definierten Qualitäts- und Freigabeprozesse. - Ablage der finalen Daten in den entsprechenden Systemen.

A company is looking for an experienced Mendix low-code developer to build mobile and web applications using the Mendix low-code development platform. - Development of mobile and web applications with Mendix - Creation of interfaces based on templates and components - Definition of data structures and program logic in Mendix - Collaboration with clients for requirements definition

A company is looking for an experienced sea cable tester with an electrical engineering or physics background. The project's objective is to advise and support the cable tendering process, cable qualification, as well as the definition and execution of tests during the project phase. The role includes collaborating with bidders, defining requirements, and providing guidance on test procedures to ensure the quality and functionality of the cables. - Advising on cable tendering and cable qualification for the project phase - Defining requirements for manufacturing, intermediate storage, installation, completion, and testing - Contract negotiations with bidders - Defining test requirements for all tests from type tests to Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) - Advising on and defining test procedures: from production through FAT tests to type tests and Site Acceptance Tests - Specific adaptation of test systems and methods for the project

Setup and further development of a test automation suite for the core applications of a major insurance company to increase release speed and quality. - **Typical Responsibilities:** - Analyzing test processes and identifying automation potentials. - Selecting, configuring, and implementing automation frameworks. - Developing and maintaining automated test scripts. - Integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab). - Test data management and reporting. - **Relevant Technologies, Tools & Methods:** - Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, Tosca, Postman. - Java, Python, JavaScript. - TestNG, JUnit, Cucumber. - Jenkins, GitLab CI, Docker, Jira. - **Typical KPIs & Success Metrics:** - Automation rate (>70%), reduction of test cycle time, defect detection rate. - **Key Challenges & Risks:** - Complex legacy UIs, stable test data management, maintainability of scripts. - **Deliverables:** - Documented test automation framework, automated test suite, CI/CD integration, test reports.

A company is looking for a talented Footwear Designer to work on the design of Mountain Bike Footwear for SS27. The project involves creating innovative and functional designs that align with the brand's identity and meet the needs of mountain biking enthusiasts. The role requires a deep understanding of footwear design, materials, and trends, as well as the ability to translate concepts into market-ready products. The designer will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the designs are both aesthetically appealing and technically sound. - Develop creative and functional designs for Mountain Bike Footwear for SS27 late add and FW27 FIVE TEN Footwear. - Conduct research on market trends, materials, and user needs. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet technical and aesthetic requirements. - Create detailed sketches, prototypes, and specifications for production. - Ensure designs align with the brand's identity and target audience.

Development and maintenance of backend services in a microservice architecture using Go (Golang) for a technology company. - Typical tasks: design and implementation of RESTful APIs, database integration (SQL/NoSQL), development of high-performance and scalable microservices, writing unit and integration tests, code reviews, collaboration on architecture and system design, deployment and operation of services in a cloud environment. - Relevant technologies, tools, or methodologies: Go (Golang), Docker, Kubernetes, AWS/GCP/Azure, PostgreSQL/MongoDB, gRPC, Git, CI/CD pipelines (e.g., with GitLab CI, Jenkins), Prometheus, Grafana. - Industry-specific KPIs or success metrics: API response times, system availability (uptime), error rate, scalability under load, test code coverage. - Key challenges, risks, or specifics: ensuring consistency in a distributed system, handling concurrency, performance optimization, managing dependencies between services. - Concrete examples of deliverables: functional and documented microservices, API documentation (e.g., with Swagger/OpenAPI), configured CI/CD pipelines, unit and integration tests, technical architecture diagrams.

On behalf of a leading medical technology company, an experienced technical draftsperson or product designer is sought for creating and maintaining technical documentation and design drawings. - **Typical areas of responsibility:** - Creation of standards-compliant 2D manufacturing drawings and 3D models of components and assemblies using CAD software. - Detailing and dimensioning of designs with consideration of form and positional tolerances. - Creation and management of parts lists and technical documents in the PDM/PLM system (e.g. SAP ECTR). - Implementation of change requests on existing drawings and documentation. - Close collaboration with the development and production departments to ensure manufacturability. - **Relevant technologies, tools or methods:** - CAD systems: Siemens NX, SolidWorks, CATIA V5, Autodesk Inventor (depending on client system) - PDM/PLM systems: SAP ECTR, Teamcenter, Windchill - Standards: In-depth knowledge of relevant ISO and DIN standards for technical drawings, especially in regulated environments. - ERP systems: SAP S/4HANA - **Typical KPIs or success metrics:** - On-time delivery of drawings and documents. - Error rate in technical documentation (number of necessary revision cycles). - Compliance with internal and external design and documentation standards. - Efficiency in implementing changes (lead time). - **Key challenges, risks or specifics:** - High demands for accuracy and completeness of documentation due to stringent regulatory requirements in medical technology (MDR). - Traceability of changes must be seamless (version control). - Complexity of components to be designed (e.g. freeform surfaces, complex assemblies). - Close coordination with various stakeholders (development, procurement, quality assurance, production). - **Concrete deliverables:** - Approval-ready 2D manufacturing drawings and 3D CAD models. - Complete and released parts lists in the ERP system. - Updated technical product documentation. - Change logs. - **Lessons learned / best practices:** - A clear and standardized template management accelerates the creation process significantly. - Regular alignment meetings with production can prevent costly errors early on. - Careful maintenance of master data in the PDM/PLM system is the basis for efficient collaboration.

A company is looking for an experienced Electrical Technician to join a 12-month project in Berlin. The main focus of the project is the supervision of cable pulling (monitoring of cable pulling). The role requires strong expertise in cables and related technologies. - Supervision and monitoring of cable pulling processes - Ensuring compliance with technical standards and safety regulations - Collaboration with other team members to ensure project success - Reporting and documentation of progress and issues

To support projects in the energy infrastructure sector, a freelance electrical engineer with a focus on high and ultra-high voltage is sought as a Primary Planner (m/f/d). The projects include grid connection of generation plants (especially wind and solar farms) as well as the construction and conversion of substations. - Typical areas of responsibility in this role:** - Development of primary technical concepts and layouts for air- and gas-insulated high and ultra-high voltage switchgear (AIS/GIS) from 110 kV to 380 kV. - Design and sizing of primary equipment (circuit breakers, disconnectors, instrument transformers, transformers, etc.). - Preparation of single-line diagrams, one-line overview and arrangement diagrams. - Performing short-circuit and load flow calculations as well as sizing grounding systems and lightning protection. - Technical clarification and coordination with clients, grid operators, authorities and suppliers. - Preparation of technical specifications and tender documents for primary equipment. - Coordination with other disciplines such as secondary equipment, civil engineering and control systems. - Support during commissioning and acceptance of the systems. - Relevant technologies, tools or methods:** - Planning software: AutoCAD, Primtech, REVIT, EPLAN. - Calculation tools: PowerFactory (DIgSILENT), NEPLAN, or manufacturer-specific tools. - Standards & regulations: VDE-AR-N 4120 (TAR High Voltage), IEC standards, EN standards. - Project management tools: MS Project, Jira. - BIM (Building Information Modeling) in plant engineering. - Typical KPIs or success metrics:** - Planning quality: Number of required plan revisions after approval < 5%. - Adherence to deadlines: Compliance with planning milestones according to the overall project schedule. - Cost efficiency: Adherence to budget targets for the planned primary equipment. - Technical compliance: Successful system acceptance by the grid operator without primary technical deviations. - Interface management: Smooth coordination, measured by the number of delays in other disciplines caused by planning errors. - Special challenges, risks or specifics:** - High complexity and safety requirements in the high and ultra-high voltage sector. - Necessity to strictly comply with the grid connection guidelines (TAR) of the respective grid operators. - Long lead times and price fluctuations for large primary equipment components. - Coordination in confined spaces, especially during retrofit works. - Increasing requirements due to the integration of renewable energies (e.g., reactive power management, FRT behavior). - Ensuring physical safety and occupational health and safety in design. - Concrete work outputs (“Deliverables”):** - Approval-ready primary technical planning documents (layouts, views, sections). - Final single-line diagrams and overview schematics. - Technical calculation reports (e.g., short-circuit strength, grounding). - Prepared bills of quantities and technical specifications for procurement. - Minutes of technical coordination meetings. - Revision documents and as-built documentation.