International Senior Automation Engineer

Shape the control of high-tech machines deployed internationally. As an International Senior Automation Engineer, you combine in-depth knowledge of PLC and SCADA with a hands-on approach and a customer-oriented perspective. You work independently within a company where technology and people are central, and you travel abroad 20% to 30% of the time.

What will your package of tasks look like?

• You are responsible for the PLC machine control and SCADA programming of new machines.
• You coordinate the installation planning of the automation with the project manager to ensure the project runs smoothly.
• You elaborate the functional description of the machine or modify it where necessary.
• You perform the functional final inspection before shipment to the customer.
• You assist with upgrades and service interventions on machines at customer sites, also outside Belgium.
• You determine the PLC and network components together with the electrical engineer and the project manager.

What do we expect from you?

• You have at least 10 years of experience as an automation engineer in machine building.
• You hold a master's degree in automation or a comparable field with a focus on automation or electricity.
• You have thorough knowledge of PLC control and programming in Siemens (TIA Portal, Step7) and at least one other system (Rockwell, Mitsubishi, Beckhoff, Schneider or another).
• You have experience with various process visualization systems, including WinCC, Wonderware, and iFIX.
• You read electrical schematics effortlessly.
• You work autonomously, set priorities, and remain a team player with a practical and customer-oriented attitude.
• You are open to international travel, approximately 20% to 30% of your time.
• You speak and write English fluently.