Senior Instrumentation & Control Software Engineer

ppSelect how often (in days) to receive an alert: /p pAVL Italia S.p.A.offers a job inItaly (IT)as /p h3bSenior Instrumentation Control Software Engineer /b /h3 pReporting to the bInstrumentation Control /b Team Leader, the candidate will be responsible for software design, testing, and commissioning of industrial systems for HVAC and thermofluid process control. These solutions are applied to engine and vehicle testing, as well as to innovative applications in the Green Tech and Renewable Energy sectors. /p pYOUR RESPONSIBILITIES: /p ul liDesign the core architecture of process control systems, including PLCs, HMI interfaces, SCADA systems, drives, and communication networks. /li liDevelop, both internally and in collaboration with external partners, PLC software, HMI/SCADA interfaces, and communication protocols with third-party systems. /li liPerform commissioning and start-up activities of industrial plants at customer sites. /li liPrepare final documentation for the process control system, including user manuals and operating instructions. /li liDeliver internal and end-user training on the developed control systems. /li liContinuously improve and update process control systems by integrating new technologies, with a focus on standardization, modularity, and flexibility. /li liDefine technical specifications for outsourced developments, when required. /li /ul pYOUR PROFILE: /p ul liAt least 5 years of experience in PLC software design within industrial and/or automotive environments. /li liTechnical diploma or degree in Computer Science, Automation Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related field. /li liSolid fundamental knowledge of electrical engineering, process control, thermodynamics, and mechanics. /li liStrong expertise in PLC-based control systems, particularly with Siemens environments (TIA Portal, S7). /li liKnowledge of integrated safety systems (Safety Integrated), preferably within Siemens TIA Portal. /li liProven experience in developing HMI or PC-based interfaces and SCADA applications (e.g. WinCC Unified, Emerson Movicon, Ignition). /li liGood knowledge of industrial Ethernet communication protocols and major fieldbuses used in automotive automation (e.g. Profinet, Profibus, EtherCAT, OPC UA, CAN, Modbus, IO-Link, MQTT), including the ability to develop communication drivers and interfaces. /li liStrong aptitude for structured, modular, and standardized PLC software development. Experience in designing HMI/SCADA interfaces with a focus on User Experience (UX), User Interface (UI), and web-based technologies. /li liKnowledge of applicable standards, regulations, and directives related to industrial plants and safety. /li liAvailability to travel to customer sites within Italy and occasionally abroad. /li liStrong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment. /li liAgile mindset, with a proactive approach to problem solving and the ability to manage dynamic, project-based activities. /li liEnglish language knowledge (good to advanced) /li /ul pNICE TO HAVE /p ul liDegree in Computer Science or a related field. /li liKnowledge of industrial cybersecurity principles and control network protection. /li liExperience with SQL database management and basic networking concepts (e.g. VLANs, subnetting, routing). /li liPrevious experience in automotive test cells or complex process plants. /li liFamiliarity with risk analysis methodologies (e.g. FMEA, HAZOP). /li /ul pLocation:br/Torino, ITbr/Cavriago, ITbr/Robassomero, IT /p pJob Function: Instrumentation and Test Systems /p pContract Type: Permanent /p pPosting Date: Sep 22, 2026 /p pJob ID: 39228 /p h3About AVL /h3 pAVL is one of the world’s leading mobility technology companies for development, simulation and testing in the automotive industry, and beyond. We provide concepts, solutions and methodologies in fields like vehicle development and integration, e-mobility, automated and connected mobility (ADAS/AD), and software for a greener, safer, better world of mobility. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr