PLC Programmer / Commissioning Engineer – Automotive EV Automation

Location: Germany
Start Date: September 2026
Duration: Until approximately mid/end 2027
Contract: Contract
Language: English-speaking candidates welcome
Expenses: Travel, accommodation and project-related expenses covered

The Role

We are looking for experienced PLC Programmers / Commissioning Engineers to support a major automation project within the automotive EV sector in Germany.

The client designs, manufactures and commissions large-scale automated machinery before shipping and installing the systems into automotive manufacturing facilities.

The current programme includes 50+ machines, including individual systems extending up to 250 metres in length, supporting EV battery, storage and material-handling applications.

This is a hands-on role combining PLC programming, controls integration, commissioning and troubleshooting.

Key Responsibilities

• PLC programming and software development using Siemens TIA Portal.
• Commissioning and troubleshooting PROFINET bus systems.
• Commissioning and optimisation of SINAMICS S120 servo drives.
• Developing and commissioning motion control applications using S7-1500T/TF.
• Supporting machine commissioning from initial testing through to final customer acceptance.
• Troubleshooting electrical, controls and automation systems during commissioning.
• Working closely with electrical, mechanical and commissioning teams.
• Supporting the integration and validation of large-scale automated machinery.
• Travelling to customer sites as required for installation and commissioning.

Essential Experience

• Strong hands-on experience with Siemens PLCs and TIA Portal.
• Proven commissioning experience within industrial automation.
• Experience with PROFINET commissioning and troubleshooting.
• Experience with SINAMICS S120 servo drives.
• Experience with S7-1500T / S7-1500TF Motion Control.
• Comfortable working on complex machinery and automation systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Good English communication skills.

Ideal Background

Automotive experience is highly desirable, particularly engineers who have worked across multiple automotive automation standards and applications.

The client is specifically looking for diverse automation experience rather than candidates who have spent their career working within one narrow area.

Experience across areas such as:

• EV / battery manufacturing
• Conveyors
• Storage systems
• Picking systems
• Sortation
• Palletising
• Material handling
• Gantry systems
• Pick-and-place automation
• Automotive production equipment

Engineers who have worked across several different automotive standards and environments are particularly attractive, as the client can quickly train engineers on their specific standards and systems.

Important: Candidates with experience limited exclusively to one area such as BIW may not be suitable. Broader automation and commissioning experience is preferred.

Project Environment

The machinery is primarily based around the client's own gantry and pick-and-place technology, with limited or no traditional robotics.

The systems are being designed and manufactured in Germany before being shipped to automotive manufacturing facilities.

The project is heavily focused on the EV sector, including battery and storage applications.

What’s on Offer

• Long-term contract through to approximately mid/end 2027.
• Start in September 2026.
• Major automotive EV automation project.
• Large-scale machinery and technically challenging commissioning environment.
• Travel, accommodation and project-related expenses covered by the customer.
• English-speaking working environment.

Candidates with strong Siemens/TIA Portal commissioning experience who have worked across multiple automation environments are encouraged to apply.

Salary: Competitive + Bonus

Location: Atlanta, Georgia, United States (Hybrid)

Industry: IoT / Telecommunications / Connectivity

About the company

Edison Smart are partnered with a rapidly growing IoT SaaS business transforming enterprise connectivity through innovative software and managed connectivity solutions. As the company continues to scale, they are investing in a customer-first strategy that combines technology, AI, and operational excellence to deliver an exceptional customer experience. This is a unique opportunity to build and lead the entire post-sales customer function, driving customer retention, expansion, and long-term business growth in a high-growth technology environment.

Responsibilities:

• Build and lead the end-to-end Customer Experience function across Customer Success and Support
• Develop customer onboarding, adoption, retention, renewal, and expansion strategies
• Drive customer health programmes and executive business reviews for key accounts
• Lead AI-enabled customer support initiatives and digital self-service capabilities
• Oversee knowledge management, customer education, and AI-assisted support tools
• Establish customer support processes, escalation frameworks, and operational governance
• Capture Voice of the Customer insights to influence product development and business strategy
• Develop customer success metrics including retention, adoption, NPS, CSAT, and customer health
• Partner closely with Sales, Product, Engineering, Marketing, and Operations to improve customer outcomes
• Lead and develop both onshore and offshore customer-facing teams

Key Requirements:

• Proven leadership experience within Customer Success, Customer Experience, or Customer Operations
• Background in high-growth SaaS, IoT, telecommunications, or technology businesses
• Experience building and scaling customer success functions and operating models
• Strong understanding of customer retention, expansion, onboarding, and lifecycle management
• Experience implementing AI, automation, or digital self-service within customer operations
• Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional stakeholders and executive customer relationships
• Experience leading distributed or offshore customer support teams
• Strong analytical mindset with experience using customer success metrics to drive business decisions
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills
• Experience within IoT, connectivity, wireless, or enterprise technology is highly desirable

Our client is looking for a Payroll Director to lead payroll operations supporting a diverse, multi-state workforce that includes both union and non-union employees. This role owns all payroll functions, strategic and day-to-day, while also serving as the organization's HRIS leader, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with collective bargaining agreements and legal requirements. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in union payroll, HRIS/system integrations, and process improvement, with a focus on building a collaborative, high-performing team.

Location: Hybrid - 2-3 days per week on-site in San Francisco.

What You'll Do

• Lead payroll teams to ensure accurate and timely processing across multiple divisions and regions
• Own the HRIS platform strategy and administration, serving as the primary business owner for system configuration, upgrades, and integrations
• Manage union benefit contributions, wage deductions, and compliance with collective bargaining agreements
• Oversee payroll governance and internal controls to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations
• Partner with HR, Finance, and IT to streamline processes and integrate payroll and HRIS systems across the organization
• Drive continuous improvement and implement solutions to operational challenges, resolving issues quickly and effectively
• Maintain current Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensure alignment with evolving business needs
• Stay current on changes in payroll legislation and communicate key updates to employees and business partners
• Lead with a focus on efficiency, innovation, and employee experience

What You Bring

• Demonstrated experience with Workday implementation and optimization, along with a strong background in national payroll operations and processes
• 10+ years of payroll leadership experience in complex, multi-entity organizations
• 5+ years managing union payroll, preferably within transportation, hospitality, or travel industries
• Proven experience leading the implementation of a new enterprise HR and payroll platform, driving data integrity, automation, and process improvement at scale
• Strong working knowledge of collective bargaining agreements and related compliance
• Expertise with cloud-based payroll systems and HRIS platforms such as ADP, Kronos, Workday, or UKG
• Advanced proficiency in Google Workspace and project management tools
• Strong understanding of FLSA, wage and hour laws, and tax regulations
• Proven track record of developing high-performing teams and scalable payroll operations
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• ADP experience preferred
• Experience with Workday or UKG
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation
• Experience interpreting and implementing union agreements
• Experience leading payroll integrations following acquisitions or system migrations

Location: Remote in UAE or Europe

• Design and develop high-performance, scalable backend systems using C# and .NET technologies
• Lead the design discussions and implement best practices for service-oriented architectures and microservices
• Drive the evolution of our existing platform to the next level by leveraging cutting-edge technologies and strategies to ensure a future-proof and scalable infrastructure.
• Ensure high quality unit/integration tests where required 
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical issues, with a strong emphasis on debugging skills.
• Optimize system performance through proactive analysis, code reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives along with observability tooling
• Mentor junior engineers and share your deep technical expertise across teams
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including frontend developers, DevOps, QA, and product managers to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Contribute to agile processes and drive continuous improvement in development methodologies and practices
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends, recommending new tools and practices to enhance the technical stack
• Contribute to the technical strategy and roadmap of backend services

• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes
• Experience with Azure cloud services like key vault, app config, various queueing products and ADB2C
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and serverless computing
• Extensive database design experience with SQL and NoSQL
• Extensive caching strategies and related experience
• Command over codebase architecture and code organization with relevant design patterns

• Previously worked in a fintech/proptech industry
• Knowledge of additional programming languages or frameworks is a plus.
• Certification(s) related to Azure or cloud technologies.
• Programming experience in a related language such as Golang, Typescript, etc
• AWS cloud native experience

Senior Electrical Engineer

Minneapolis

Up to $160,000

We're partnering with an innovative engineering and manufacturing organisation seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design and development of LV and MV electrical control systems, switchgear, and power distribution solutions.

Key requirements:

• 7+ years' experience in electrical design engineering

• Strong background in LV/MV switchgear, switchboards, or power systems

• AutoCAD Electrical proficiency

• Experience supporting projects from concept through manufacture and testing

• Strong customer-facing and project coordination skills

Experience in data centres, renewable energy, energy storage, EV charging, or emerging energy technologies is highly desirable.

Applicants must be a U.S. Person or Green Card Holder due to project requirements.

Apply now or contact me directly for a confidential discussion.

BAS Technician – Houston, TX

Salary: Around $100,000 + Benefits

Are you an experienced Building Automation Systems (BAS) Technician looking to work on a diverse portfolio of commercial and industrial facilities across the Houston area?

A well-established mechanical contractor with a long-standing reputation in Texas is expanding its Building Automation team and is looking for a skilled BAS Technician to support service, maintenance, troubleshooting and commissioning of building controls systems.

What You'll Be Doing

• Diagnose and repair Building Automation and HVAC control systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance, system testing and troubleshooting.
• Commission new BAS installations and complete system upgrades.
• Program, modify and optimize control sequences.
• Work closely with customers to ensure systems operate efficiently and reliably.
• Complete service reports and provide technical recommendations.

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with Building Automation or Building Management Systems.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC controls and mechanical systems.
• Experience with platforms such as Tridium Niagara, Johnson Controls, Siemens, Schneider Electric, Honeywell, Distech or similar.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and control schematics.
• Excellent troubleshooting and customer service skills.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel across the Houston area.

What's On Offer

• Salary of around $100,000, depending on experience.
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Ongoing manufacturer training and career development.
• Stable workload with a respected contractor delivering projects across Texas.
• Opportunity to join a growing Building Automation team with excellent long-term career prospects.

If you're a BAS Technician looking for your next opportunity in Houston, I'd be happy to tell you more. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential conversation.

We’re seeking dependable and experienced HVAC technicians to join our client's growing team. You’ll be responsible for diagnosing HVAC issues and conducting regular servicing to ensure peak performance.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Inspect and maintain HVAC systems and components
• Diagnose and repair heating, cooling, and ventilation equipment
• Perform routine preventative maintenance
• Read blueprints and technical diagrams
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and local codes
• Keep accurate records of repairs and maintenance
• Communicate with clients to explain issues and provide recommendations
• Handle emergency calls and perform on-call duties as needed

Qualifications and Skills

• Solid understanding of HVAC systems and tools
• Proficiency in reading schematics and manuals
• Strong troubleshooting and mechanical skills
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Physical stamina and ability to lift heavy equipment

Education and Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• HVAC certification or diploma from a technical school
• EPA Section 608 Certification required
• 3+ years of experience in HVAC installation or repair
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

An industry-leading provider of electrical testing and commissioning services is seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager to lead the successful delivery of commissioning projects across mission-critical, commercial, and industrial facilities.

In this leadership role, you will oversee the full commissioning lifecycle, managing a team of engineers and technicians while ensuring electrical systems are tested, validated, and handed over safely, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead electrical commissioning activities from planning through project completion.
• Manage and mentor commissioning engineers and field technicians.
• Coordinate with project managers, contractors, engineers, and clients to ensure seamless project execution.
• Oversee testing and validation of electrical systems including switchgear, transformers, protective relays, and control systems.
• Ensure commissioning documentation, reports, and punch lists are completed accurately and on time.
• Maintain the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance throughout all commissioning activities.
• Act as the primary client contact during the commissioning phase and drive continuous process improvement.

What We're Looking For

• 12+ years of electrical commissioning experience, including several years leading teams.
• Strong background in electrical testing, commissioning, and power distribution systems.
• Working knowledge of NETA ATS/MTS, NEC, NFPA 70E, and industry commissioning standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client-facing skills.
• Experience working within mission-critical, industrial, utility, or large commercial environments.
• NICET, CCP, or OEM field service certifications are highly desirable.
• Valid U.S. work authorization and willingness to travel to project sites as required.

What's on Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development
• Opportunity to lead high-profile electrical commissioning projects with a respected and growing organization.