Medior PLC & Automation Engineer JP055364

Medior PLC & Automation Engineer

Location: Dessel Belgium
Work Model: Fully Onsite No Remote
Employment Type: Full-time Contract
Duration: 4 months
Start Date: ASAP
Level: Medior

Role Overview

We are looking for a Medior PLC & Automation Engineer to support the maintenance troubleshooting optimisation and technical development of industrial installations.

You will work hands-on with Siemens PLC systems SCADA automation instrumentation and process control while contributing to technical projects and improvements within a highly regulated industrial environment.

The role requires a practical problem-solving mindset and the ability to work safely and efficiently in a technically demanding environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan execute and follow up on complex technical and maintenance activities.
• Perform and coordinate major maintenance tasks.
• Support and execute projects within the automation and instrumentation domain.
• Analyse troubleshoot and resolve technical faults alarms and process disturbances.
• Identify potential issues and implement solutions to prevent recurring failures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records technical documentation and logbooks.
• Create and update technical drawings P&IDs electrical schematics and process control documentation.
• Translate functional requirements into technical analyses and solutions.
• Design and implement PLC controls installation modifications and automation solutions.
• Select the required materials and components for technical modifications.
• Program interfaces connecting process installations with the corporate network.
• Set up and manage automation networks and industrial communication interfaces.
• Participate in internal and external project teams and technical meetings.
• Provide technical and operational instructions to internal and external personnel.
• Train colleagues on modifications and improvements to installations.
• Follow up on technical works and ensure compliance with quality safety and environmental standards.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelors degree or graduate degree in a technical field or equivalent demonstrable experience.
• Several years of relevant experience in a similar PLC / Automation / Instrumentation role.
• Strong hands-on experience with Siemens PLCs.
• Knowledge of SCADA systems.
• Experience in industrial automation and process control.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with technical design and programming.
• Understanding of automation and industrial networking.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and analyse technical problems.
• Hands-on and solution-oriented approach.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal and external teams.
• Awareness of working within a highly regulated industrial environment.

Nice to Have

• Experience with industrial automation networks.
• Experience connecting process installations to corporate networks.
• Experience with instrumentation and measurement & control systems.
• Experience delivering technical improvement projects.
• Experience providing technical training or guidance to colleagues.
• Experience working in nuclear energy chemical manufacturing or other highly regulated environments.

Language

• Dutch: Native or bilingual proficiency

Working Environment

• Daytime working hours.
• Fully onsite in Dessel Belgium.
• Flexible approach based on operational priorities.
• Technically challenging environment with opportunities to contribute to long-term installation optimisation.

Important: Candidates should be prepared to confirm whether they currently hold a company/security clearance and provide details if they do not.

Experience: years
Vacancy: 1