PLC Programmer / Automation Engineer - Codesys Expert
About the job
- Experience with IEC 61131-3 programming, real-time control systems, and industrial communication protocols.
- Ability to design scalable and modular automation architectures.
- Proficiency with CODESYS V3.x, including function blocks, functions, programs, library creation and management, global variable lists (GVL), persistent variables, pointers and memory handling, state machine design, CODESYS Visualization, and SoftPLC environments.
- Knowledge of Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP, CAN Bus/CANopen, OPC UA, and MQTT.
- Experience with Linux-based systems, REST APIs using HTTP/HTTPS and JSON/XML, TCP/IP, sockets, serial communication, IoT, and edge devices.
- Strong debugging skills, clean and modular coding practices, good documentation, and team collaboration.
- Develop, test, and maintain PLC applications using the CODESYS V3.x platform.
- Design software architecture using function block (FB), function block diagram (FBD), structured text (ST), ladder diagram (LD), and sequential function chart (SFC).
- Create reusable and modular CODESYS libraries and custom function blocks.
- Implement object-oriented programming concepts, including interfaces, inheritance, and encapsulation.
- Configure task scheduling and real-time execution.
- Perform I/O mapping and device configuration.
- Debug using monitoring, breakpoints, and trace tools.
- Manage version control and libraries.
- Integrate systems via APIs and industrial protocols.
- Support commissioning and troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of industrial cybersecurity.
- Docker experience.
- Experience with real-time control and PID tuning.
- Marine or yacht automation experience.
About the company
Sunreef Yachts designs and builds luxury sailing catamarans, motor yachts and multihull superyachts for private owners around the world. Its boats use two or more hulls to create wide living areas, with layouts and interiors tailored to each customer's plans for private cruising or charter use. The range spans sailing vessels and power models, including Eco catamarans designed for electric cruising and the ULTIMA line of performance boats. The business earns revenue from yacht construction, with owners working with its designers to choose the arrangement and finishes of their vessels. Founded in 2002, Sunreef Yachts is headquartered in Gdansk, Poland.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Gdańsk, Poland
Founded
2002
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- UAE production is delivering boats: July 2026 brought the launch of another ULTIMA 88, SUE ROSSO.
- Manufacturing spans disciplines: Gdansk combines composites, carpentry, upholstery and painting with mechanical, electrical and electronic services.
- Travel support is listed: the full-time Ras Al Khaimah Boat Builder role includes an annual ticket.
What critics are saying
- Production remains craft intensive: Sunreef says shipyard craftsmen perform upholstery and woodwork manually.
- Junior titles demand experience: Ras Al Khaimah's Junior Project Manager posting requires four to six relevant years.
- Engineering work is site based: Ras Al Khaimah's autonomy lead role includes sea trials and excludes remote work.
What makes Sunreef Yachts unique
- Solar technology stays in-house: Sunreef designs and manufactures panels integrated into yacht hulls, superstructures and masts.
- Composite choices extend beyond fiberglass: Sunreef uses basalt and flax materials in Eco yacht construction.
- Yacht software is developed internally: Sunreef WETRA connects navigation, energy management and technical monitoring.
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