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# Software Designer

- **Company:** HTCE Site Management
- **Location:** Eindhoven, Netherlands
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Data Centers, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Software Project Management, Structured Text, Twincat
- **Published:** July 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.nationalevacaturebank.nl/vacature/79c1962b-676a-4073-9c68-b0d4fe7142d5/software-designer

## About the Role

Bachelor's degree in a control software, electrical or industrial automation, mechatronics or a related field; - 7+ years of experience working on complex machines in multidisciplinary projects; - Proficiency in structured text programming (Beckhof/Twincat is a plus); - Proficiency in Object Orient programming and Python (C++ and Csharp is a plus) - Able to define and specify SW designs; - Experience in technical leadership, or guiding others; - Hands-on mindset combined with system-level thinking; - Strong technical skills; able to understand electrical, mechanical and pneumatic drawings in order to diagnose problems; - Affinity with innovative development projects and comfortable with dealing with projects with relatively vague requirements to well defined project; - Fluent in English (Dutch is a plus); - Team player with strong communication skills and a customer-focused attitude; -, Feel challenged working with uncertainty in a fast

## Description

As a Software Designer, you shape the software that brings our nanoimprint equipment to life, defining its structure, guiding its evolution, and providing technical leadership through complex changes across the full machine lifecycle.
Step into tomorrow's technology
SCIL Nanoimprint Solutions is at the forefront of nanoimprint lithography, working on technology used in areas like AR/VR smart glasses, AI data centers, biosensors and microLEDs. We're a young company, spun out of Philips, with a strong focus on innovation and real-world impact. Our goal is to help highvolume manufacturing customers across different industries turn advanced technology into practical solutions. From our base at the High Tech Campus in Eindhoven, we're growing internationally and building what's next. Join us, and let's shape the future together.
Your mission
This role is about setting technical direction, not just programming. From early design phases through to commissioning, you are closely involved in the full lifecycle of our machines. With a strong focus on software design, structure, and technical leadership, you guide the team through complex technical changes, Define, own and develop the software of our nanoimprint machines - Hardware oriented programming (PLC / Structured Text, Beckhoff TwinCAT, Python) - Act as technical lead and make and guide the team in software design decisions. Ensure specifications, test plans, and test results are well documented and reviewed - Formulate the software project plan and report on performance, together with the Project Manager and other parties concerned based on requirements - Support testing and commissioning new machines and act as escalation point for complex issues - Drive a First Time Right approach through a clear action plan and diagnosis in case of problems - Handles complaints & escalations to ensure accurate and timely analysis, registration and action - Work closely with engineering, manufacturing and assembling partners inside and outside SCIL - Ensure software designs and decisions are clearly documented


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