L2 PLC Engineer

Job Title

L2 PLC Engineer

Job Description

What you 'll do:
The L2 PLC Engineer provides second-line technical support for industrial automation and control systems used in Toyota Automated Logistics (TAL). The role focuses on troubleshooting PLC-related incidents, maintaining system reliability, supporting production operations, and implementing approved changes to automation systems.

In this role you will:

· Provide L2 support for PLC-controlled systems.

· Diagnose and resolve automation, controls, and communication issues.

· Monitor system performance and identify opportunities for improvement.

· Support incident, problem, and change management processes.

· Perform PLC programming modifications and testing under change control procedures.

· Troubleshoot industrial networks, HMIs, SCADA systems, and field devices.

· Coordinate with TAL teams to minimize downtime.

· Maintain technical documentation, backups, and recovery procedures.

· Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) for recurring issues.

· Support upgrades, migrations, and automation projects.

What makes you a great fit?

· Bachelor's degree or technical qualification in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.

· Experience with PLC platforms.

· Knowledge of HMI and SCADA systems.

· Experience troubleshooting manufacturing or industrial automation environments.

· Knowledge of electrical control systems and instrumentation.

· Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

· Preferred (no must) ITIL or service management experience.

· Preferred (no must) Experience working in a 24/7 operational environment.

Key Competencies

· Troubleshooting and diagnostics

· Customer and stakeholder focus

· Continuous improvement mindset

· Teamwork and collaboration

· Documentation and knowledge management

· Incident and problem management

What you can look forward to
This position offers a competitive salary range of €4400 to €5000 gross per month. Through exceeding performance expectations, you even have the possibility to grow outside this scale.

On top of your fixed salary you’ll receive the following secondary benefits:

• 40 vacation days (20 statutory days and a flexible budget worth 20 days)
• Flexible working hours
• A hybrid workplace (40% working from home and 60% in the office)
• A Health & Wellbeing budget worth €300,- per calendar year
• Commuting allowance, including full reimbursement of travel by public transport
• Working from home allowance
• Collective pension scheme and discount on additional health insurance
• On-site company health centres with a gym, physiotherapists and occupational therapists
• Academy and training facilities to boost your skills
• A variety in Toyota Automated Logistics Network communities and initiatives
• And a great company restaurant and coffee bar with barista

Ready to join Toyota Automated Logistics? We look forward to hearing from you!
Apply with your resume and we will get in touch with you. Your contact for questions is our Recruiter Anissa Bejaoui.

E-mail: anissa.bejaoui@vanderlande.com

Who we are
At Toyota Automated Logistics , you actively shape the future of intelligent intralogistics. As part of Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO), we are a global partner for integrated warehouse automation solutions. Founded in April 2026, we bring together the strengths of Bastian Solutions, viastore, and Vanderlande’s warehousing business under one unified brand.

Together, we develop scalable automation systems, intelligent software, and end‑to‑end services across the entire lifecycle for customers around the world. Our ambition is clear: to set industry benchmarks and actively shape the future of intralogistics.

Diversity & Inclusion
At Toyota Automated Logistics, we believe diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to equal opportunities and an inclusive work environment, and base our hiring decisions on qualifications, potential, and motivation. Support or adjustments during the application process are available upon request.