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Why Would You Need

a Curated Selection of Automation Engineers in 2025?

From Bulgaria to Europe’s Automotive Hubs — Bridging Talent and Industry

Our Story
At KPD Automation we are fulfilling our dream to connect the automotive industry with the outstanding Automation engineers in Bulgaria – PLC programmers who can take full responsibility for complex automation projects.

Not an Agency. A Committed Partner.
We’re not a staffing agency. We hire our engineers directly, invest in their training, ensure the most competitive payment rates, and handle their travel, accommodation, and insurance.

Real Projects. Real Progress.
Founded in June 2024 with just one engineer and no clients, KPD Automation has grown twice in a year. Today two top-tier engineers are working with us and we have one completed design software project for a leading OEM behind our backs.

Control Design

We create robust and modular PLC code tailored to your project. Our Siemens programmers work within automotive standards (e.g., VASS, Ford) using TIA Portal and WIN CC.

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Commissioning

We ensure your automation software is fully aligned with the machine’s electrical and mechanical design, leading to efficient commissioning and smoother production ramp-up.

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Post-warranty support

We offer online and on-site post-warranty maintenance of automated lines, individual machines and robotic cells.

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The Faces You’ve Been Waiting For

Our team works wonders

Custom-Trained PLC Engineering Teams

PLC is paradise for problem-solvers.
Love a good challenge? Join us and become our next superhero programmer.

Automation Engineer

Dimitar Naplatanov

Dimitar’s expertise spans SIMATIC Step 7, TIA Portal, and WinCC SCADA, and he has successfully delivered projects involving Sinamics drives, Keyence vision systems, and custom HMI interfaces. Dimitar played a key role in the development and commissioning of Ford’s Blue Oval battery stacking line in Germany, showcasing his ability to contribute to complex, high-standard automation environments.

Prior to joining KPD Automation, Dimitar worked with leading companies like Buwelco AD, Milara International, and Aiger Engineering, where he led electrical installations and testing of PCB systems. He holds international training credentials, including an Erasmus+ placement with Mitsubishi Electric, and brings a strong foundation in both programming and electrical systems integration.

Automation Engineer

Svilen Valev

Svilen Valev is a seasoned PLC Programmer and Electronics Engineer with a rich background in industrial automation and control systems. With more than 15 years of professional experience across sectors including automotive, marine, and energy, he brings deep technical expertise in PLC programming, HMI development, and system commissioning.

He has delivered complex automation solutions using a range of platforms such as Siemens TIA Portal, Step 7, Omron CX-One, Allen Bradley RSLogix5000, and Schneider Electric systems. Svilen has worked on high-profile projects including the FORD Blue Oval battery stacking line at GROB-WERKE in Germany and marine ventilation systems on vessels worldwide. His ability to troubleshoot, test, and optimize systems on-site has made him a valuable asset in both European and global projects.

With strong programming skills in Python, BASH scripting, C, and embedded systems, Svilen also integrates software development into his automation work. He holds an engineering degree in electronics from the Technical University of Varna and is fluent in Bulgarian and proficient in English. His track record includes roles with companies in Scandinavia and Latin America.

CEO, Founder

Lina Yaneva

With a background in Sales and Marketing for tech companies, I’ve always focused on understanding what clients truly need. I co-founded KPD Automation to solve a clear pain point in the industrial automation sector: the shortage of well-trained, project-ready PLC programmers who can work independently on complex tasks.

At KPD, we bridge that gap by building small, specialized teams of automation engineers, trained to meet the high standards of the European machine building industry. Thanks to our experienced technical consultants, we work closely with our clients to align engineering efforts with project goals, industry standards, and on-site requirements — ensuring seamless integration and reliable execution.

CTO

Boris Yanev

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Need a dedicated team for your automation project?

Our custom-trained PLC programming teams, prepared to fit your standards and technology stack are ready to contribute independently from day one.

Software platforms
  • Siemens:
  • Hardware – S7-1500, S7-1200, S7 300/400;
  • Software – Simatic Step 7, TIA Portal
  • Wago: 
  • Hardware – PFC200 Series;
  • Software – e!COCKPIT
  • Mitsubishi: 
  • Hardware – MELSEC-F;
  • Software – GX Works3, GX Works2
Together we have over
  • 30+ years of experience
  • 20+ projects completed
  • 97 000 working hours
  • Hundreds of happy colleagues
CAD/Offline systems
  • IAR Embedded WorkBench for ARM
  • Visual Studio
  • MySQL server

MISSION

We are building a team of A-level automation engineers who share two things in common – they know machines, and they never give up.  Our goal is to grow into a focused team of twelve – known for deep expertise in machine engineering, commissioning, and relentless problem-solving.