ph3About Stark /h3 pStark builds the world’s most powerful electric motorcycles. From the VARG MX to the road‑legal VARG EX SM, our bikes have won world championships and are engineered to outperform anything with a combustion engine. /p pWe’re based in Sant Boi, Barcelona, growing fast (77% year‑on‑year), and building a team that will take us even further. If you want to work on a product that people are genuinely obsessed with, this is it. /p pStark will become the general market leader in premium motorcycles. Building premium motorcycles requires innovation and we need your help to make us succeed. /p pOur mission is to lead the way towards a sustainable motorcycle industry, by reducing plastic and CO2 pollution. /p pThis will be achieved by building sustainable products that are superior to traditional technology in terms of Performance, Emotion and Design. /p h3The Role /h3 pWe are looking for a bSenior Automation Engineer /b with solid, hands‑on experience in bBeckhoff automation technology /b to design, develop, and maintain the control systems of our battery and vehicle production lines. You will own the automation architecture of production equipment end to end – from PLC software and motion control to safety, HMI, and data connectivity – and act as the technical reference for Beckhoff‑based systems across the plant. /p h3What You’ll Do /h3 ul liDesign, program, and commission control systems based on Beckhoff TwinCAT 3 (Structured Text / IEC 61131-3), including software architecture, libraries, and coding standards. /li liConfigure and troubleshoot EtherCAT networks, Beckhoff IPCs (CX / C60xx series), and EtherCAT I/O terminals. /li liDevelop and tune motion control applications (TwinCAT NC/PTP, drives, servo axes) for assembly, handling, and dispensing stations. /li liImplement and validate functional safety with TwinSAFE (safety logic, safe I/O, risk assessment support per ISO 13849). /li liDesign and maintain HMIs (TwinCAT HMI or equivalent) with clear alarm handling and operator guidance. /li liIntegrate stations with plant IT systems: MES connectivity, traceability, data acquisition via ADS / OPC UA / MQTT.



/li liLead automation scope in new line installations: URS/FDS definition, supplier follow‑up, FAT/SAT, commissioning, and ramp‑up. /li liDebug and resolve complex automation issues in production; support root cause analysis with Process Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality. /li liOwn the backup management of all line equipment: PLC programs, HMI projects, drive/servo parameters, vision system configurations, and IPC images – including versioning, scheduled backups, and recovery procedures. /li liStandardize and document automation solutions (software templates, electrical interfaces, naming conventions). /li liMentor junior engineers and technicians; review third‑party integrator code for compliance with plant standards. /li liDrive continuous improvement: cycle time optimization, downtime reduction, predictive data collection (TwinCAT Scope, Analytics). /li /ul h3What you will bring to Stark /h3 ul liBachelor's or Master's degree in Automation, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent experience. /li li5+ years of experience in industrial automation, with solid hands‑on expertise in Beckhoff systems: TwinCAT 3, EtherCAT, Beckhoff IPC hardware, and I/O. /li liStrong PLC programming skills in Structured Text (IEC 61131-3), including object‑oriented extensions, function block design, and library development. /li liProven experience with motion control (servo drives, axis commissioning, camming/gearing) in production machinery. /li liExperience with machine safety implementation (TwinSAFE or equivalent) and safety standards (ISO 13849 / IEC 62061). /li liExperience integrating PLCs with higher‑level systems (MES, SCADA, databases) via ADS, OPC UA, or similar protocols. /li liExperience integrating and configuring vision systems (Keyence, Cognex, or similar)



in automated production stations. /li liAbility to read and interpret electrical schematics; comfortable working with electrical panels alongside Maintenance. /li liFull commissioning experience: from bench testing to SAT on the production floor. /li liEnglish: mandatory (working language for documentation and supplier communication). /li /ul h3Nice to Have /h3 ul liSpanish language skills, or willingness to learn. /li liExperience in automotive, battery, or e‑mobility manufacturing. /li liKnowledge of Siemens TIA Portal / S7 (coexistence with legacy lines). /li liRobot integration experience (FANUC). /li liC#/.NET or Python for ADS‑based tooling, test automation, or data pipelines. /li liTwinCAT HMI, TwinCAT Analytics, or TwinCAT Vision experience. /li liBeckhoff official training certifications. /li /ul h3Why work with us? /h3 ul liThe chance to work on a product people are genuinely passionate about. /li liA fast‑growing company with real momentum. /li liA creative, international team based in Barcelona. /li liCompetitive salary and benefits package. /li liDirect access to riders, race teams, and the product – this is not a remote‑from‑the‑product role. /li liSubsidized lunch in our in‑house restaurant. /li liFree access to our in‑house gym (including weekends!). /li li30 days of paid vacation. /li /ul h3Inclusivity and Diversity /h3 pAt Stark, we don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, neurodiversity, or disability, feels a true sense of belonging. We believe that diverse teams make better decisions and that a culture of equity is a prerequisite for innovation. /p h3Accessibility /h3 pIf you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process (such as assistive technology, extra time, or a specific format), please let us know at We are here to support you. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Automation Engineer (Barcelona)
🏢 Stark Future
📍 Barcelona