Software Designer Packaging

About Valmet:
Valmet is a global leader providing cutting-edge solutions for the pulp, paper, and energy industries. With a strong commitment to innovation and sustainability, we are continuously growing and looking for talented individuals to join our dynamic team.

The Software Designer – Packaging will play a key role in the development and management of software solutions for high-performance automatic machines, with a strong focus on the integration of electrical, mechanical, and control systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Define electrical hardware specifications for new machines or machine groups

• Develop software to implement control logic, motion control, and HMI for packaging systems and machine groups

• Collaborate closely with electrical and mechanical design teams to ensure seamless system integration

• Conduct functional testing both in-house and at customer sites, supporting Operations during commissioning and After-Sales during post-installation

• Manage technical documentation related to developed software

• Oversee project activities, monitor progress, and report to the Project Manager or direct Supervisor

• Participate actively in all project phases—from technical analysis of customer requirements to hardware definition, software development, internal testing, and customer support during installation.

• Ensure compliance of control and automation systems with safety regulations, quality standards, and operational requirements

• Collaborate with internal software developers and supervise external hardware/software partners during project execution

• Contribute throughout the product lifecycle, with a strong emphasis on quality, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• Master's degree in Automation Engineering, Industrial Informatics, or equivalent.

• 4–5 years of experience in software development for automatic machines

• Excellent command of Siemens TIA Portal (CPU S7-1500T, HMI WinCC Unified)

• Familiarity with Rockwell / Allen-Bradley platforms (RSLogix5000 / Studio 5000)

• Strong skills in motion control systems (e.g., cam creation, trajectory calculation, multi-axis synchronization)

• Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams (EPLAN preferred)

• Fluency in both English and Italian (written and spoken)

• Willingness to travel up to 25%

• Team collaboration

• Strong problem-solving mindset

• Initiative and proactive ownership

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Knowledge of machine safety regulations (CE / UL)

• Experience with recipe management systems

• Proficiency in industrial networks (Profinet, Ethernet/IP)

• Familiarity with software versioning tools

• Experience with simulation and testing tools (PLCsim, Simit, MCD, FactoryTalk Emulator)

• A dynamic and modern work environment within a global organization, collaborating with international customers and colleagues.

• The opportunity to be part of a company committed to innovation and excellence

• Structured onboarding plan to support your integration.

• Access to comprehensive training and learning catalog for continuous development

• Health care coverage

• Flexible work arrangements, including the possibility to work from home

• Corporate welfare initiatives

• Free access to an internal canteen

Additional information

Valmet is an inclusive Employer, welcomes individual differences and offers equal career opportunities to all identities and minorities. Our Values "People, Excellence, Renewal and Customer" guide and shape our behavior and connect us to our mission, strategy, must-wins and vision.
We are looking for people who embrace improvement, collaborate effectively, focus on customer needs and aim for high performance. If you're interested in joining the Valmet team in Bologna starting in January 2026, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible — we're excited to hear from you

When everything works together 

Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With over 19,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries, and serve an even wider base of process industries with our automation systems and flow control solutions. Our commitment to moving our customers' performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how – and above all, teamwork. 

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