Control Team Leader - 3644

A project-based hardware company is looking for a Control Team Leader to lead the control domain in advanced projects. The role includes professional management of a team of control engineers, development and implementation of software solutions for automated and robotic systems, with a strong focus on Beckhoff programmable controllers.

Responsibilities:

• Day-to-day management and professional leadership of a team of control engineers
• Design, development, and implementation of software for programmable logic controllers (PLCs), primarily Beckhoff (TwinCAT)
• Responsibility for communication interfaces between various systems – robots, motion systems, machine vision, user interfaces, and more
• Troubleshooting complex control system issues and leading continuous improvement processes
• Coordination with mechanical, electrical, testing, and assembly departments in multidisciplinary projects
• Writing specifications, code documentation, and managing software versions
• Training new team members and maintaining a high professional standard within the team

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering / Mechatronics / Software Engineering or a relevant field – required
• 3+ years of experience in PLC software development – required
• Full proficiency with Beckhoff PLCs, including TwinCAT 3 – required
• Experience leading teams or managing projects – significant advantage
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (EtherCAT, Modbus, OPC UA, etc.)
• System-level thinking, proactive approach, and strong problem-solving skills
• High-level Hebrew and English (reading, writing, speaking)

Additional Advantages:

• Experience with industrial robotic systems
• Background in HMI or SCADA development
• Experience with industrial safety systems and relevant standards