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Software Field Technician
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Summary

Location

Lucca

Type

full-time

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About this role

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

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform software check out and commissioning for converting roll machines

  • Maintain and service customer production equipment and systems according to Valmet service procedures and safety processes

  • Set up machinery and provide prompt assistance to solve technical issues during testing phase and related to processes, machinery or tools at customer’s site or remotely

  • Carry out processes checks and quality control to improve product quality and propose improvement solutions to the customer

  • Perform scheduled maintenance on customer installations to ensure and optimise equipment performance

  • Proactively evaluate and suggest spare parts or improvements to the customer for equipment update

  • Carry out training to the customer’s site or in-house

  • Collaborate with the technical department for programming software and improve technical solutions

  • Ensure the achievement of predefined objectives guaranteeing customer satisfaction within the agreed timeline

To succeed in this role, you should have:

  • Technical school diploma or Degree in Electronic, Software, Automation, Informatics or similar fields

  • 2-3 years of experience as Software Technician in manufacturing industry, experience in converting industry is a plus

  • Experience with Controls Engineering/PLC/HMI programming/Safety

  • Experience with Siemens S7, Tia Portal (especially CPU Siemens 1500-TF); Rockwell RSLogix 5000, Siemens WinCC, SIMATIC WinCC Unified (JavaScript)

  • Proficiency with MS Office 365, SAP and 2D-3D CAD

  • Structured approach to complete tasks accordingly to targets and schedule

  • Structured and systematic approach to execute given tasks;

  • Strong skills in complex troubleshooting

  • Service orientation

  • Good interpersonal and communication skills and proactive approach to work

  • Respect for quality standards and safety procedures

  • Strong work ethic

  • Availability and willingness to travel

  • Fluent in English and Italian

We offer:

  • Work in a global organization with international customers and colleagues, dynamic and modern work environment

  • Be part of an organization committed to innovation and excellence

  • Onboarding plan

  • Huge learning catalog

  • Internal canteen free of charge

  • Flexible working time

  • Safety culture

We also expect you to align with Valmet’s Leadership Principles—practical behaviours that guide how we lead, collaborate, and succeed together:

  • Take accountability – Act with ownership, set clear expectations, and follow through

  • Lead with courage – Champion change, try bold ideas, and learn quickly

  • Build on trust – Listen to understand, be open, and create psychological safety

  • Collaborate for growth – Work across boundaries, value diverse perspectives, and focus on customer value

Additional Information

Please send your application as soon as possible via the link provided, as we will start screening applications immediately, but no later than February 22, 2026.

Please note that we do not accept applications via email.

When everything works together

Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. We work together with our customers throughout the entire lifecycle, delivering cutting-edge technologies and services as well as mission-critical automation and flow control solutions. Backed by more than 225 years of industrial experience and a global team of over 19,000 professionals close to customers, we are uniquely positioned to transform industries toward a regenerative tomorrow.

Join the team – and lead the way with us!

www.valmet.com/careers

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Tech stack
Controls Engineering,PLC Programming,HMI Programming,Safety,Siemens S7,Tia Portal,Rockwell RSLogix 5000,Siemens WinCC,SIMATIC WinCC Unified,JavaScript,MS Office 365,SAP,2D CAD,3D CAD,Troubleshooting,Service Orientation

About Valmet

Valmet is a global technology leader serving process industries. We work together with our customers throughout the entire lifecycle, delivering cutting-edge technologies and services as well as mission-critical automation and flow control solutions. Backed by more than 225 years of industrial experience and a global team of over 19,000 professionals close to customers, we are uniquely positioned to transform industries toward a regenerative tomorrow.

In 2024, Valmet’s net sales totaled approximately EUR 5.4 billion. Our head office is in Espoo, Finland, and we have experts in approximately 40 countries around the world. Valmet’s shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.

Valmet has two focused segments:​ Biomaterial Solutions and Services and Process Performance Solutions. Valmet’s operating model consists of five business areas: Automation Solutions; Flow Control; Pulp, Energy and Circularity; Packaging and Paper; and Tissue. The business areas are supported by a separate Latin America unit and a China Chair. The Global Supply unit supports cost-competitiveness by optimizing and leveraging Valmet’s global scale in procurement and production.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Machinery Manufacturing

What you'll do

  • The Software Field Technician will perform software check out and commissioning for converting roll machines, maintain and service customer production equipment, and provide technical assistance during testing phases. They will also carry out quality control processes and propose improvements to enhance product quality.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Software Field Technician do at Valmet?

As a Software Field Technician at Valmet, you will: the Software Field Technician will perform software check out and commissioning for converting roll machines, maintain and service customer production equipment, and provide technical assistance during testing phases. They will also carry out quality control processes and propose improvements to enhance product quality..

Why join Valmet as a Software Field Technician?

Valmet is a leading Machinery Manufacturing company.

Is the Software Field Technician position at Valmet remote?

The Software Field Technician position at Valmet is based in Lucca, Tuscany, Italy. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

How do I apply for the Software Field Technician position at Valmet?

You can apply for the Software Field Technician position at Valmet directly through Clera. Click the "Apply Now" button above to start your application. Clera's AI-powered platform will help match your profile with this opportunity and guide you through the application process. You can also learn more about Valmet on their website.