Expert / Architect - Automation, Controls & AI (Sofia, BG, 1784)

Festo
Festo

Software Engineering, IT, Data Science

Sofia, Bulgaria

Posted on Aug 10, 2026

Your Job:

  • Define and maintain the automation and controls system architecture.
  • Platform approaches for PLC systems (incl. engineering) with different CPUs, fieldbus interfaces, IOs.
  • Processes to fulfill security and safety standards.
  • Good understanding of realtime operating systems.
  • Design and oversee PLC, HMI, SCADA-Systems.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies in AI, machine learning, and edge computing.
  • Develop standards and frameworks for integrating AI into industrial environments.
  • Identify opportunities to apply:
  • Deep Learning.
  • Predictive analytics.
  • Agentic approaches using LLMs.
  • Collaborate on development of Digital twins.
  • Mentor engineers in both controls and AI competencies.

Competencies and Requirements:

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, or related field
  • Extensive experience (typically 8–15+ years) in architecture driven Software development
  • Solid understanding of: Control system architectures, Industrial cybersecurity and safety, PLC programming, Industrial communication protocols (OPC UA, PROFINET, Ethernet/IP).
  • Strong system-level and data-driven thinking.
  • Ability to combine controls engineering with AI concepts.
  • Experience with digital twins and simulation tools.
  • Excellent problem-solving and innovation mindset.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Strong teamwork skills and ability to collaborate in cross-functional and international environments.

Personal Competencies and Requirements:

  • Team player, able to work in a multicultural working environment;
  • Thinking out of the box, creativity and continuous improvement attitude;
  • Flexible, adaptable, open to meet the change and acquire new knowledge and skill;
  • Excellent written and spoken English.

In case your professional qualification corresponds to the above requirements and you wish to join our growing team, please send us your CV and a cover letter.​

Contact person: Aleksandar Antonov Angelov, +359(2)4631-352