Junior Automation Engineer!!Dutch speaking

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About the role

This role involves working within a dynamic engineering department responsible for delivering investment projects on schedule and within budget. The team ensures installations are robust and efficient, producing high-quality products.

The position requires collaboration from project definition through production startup, with a focus on automation and integration. The team leverages advanced technology to optimize systems and processes, providing innovative solutions for equipment and installation HMIs, SCADA, and further integrations. The role also involves maintaining the Puurs Alert system, which notifies personnel of issues with unmanned installations

Key responsibilities

• Implement requested changes from new projects and support existing installations
• Ensure the Alert system evolves with the site and remains current
• Coordinate with equipment suppliers to meet integration needs
• Develop engineering specifications to facilitate integration
• Collaborate with Engineering Equipment PE and other stakeholders to align functionalities and improvements
• Implement and support applications in production

About you

• First experience in an industrial automation environment; pharmaceutical experience is a plus
• Fluency in both Dutch and English languages
• Strong knowledge of database tools and software principles
• Familiarity with network protocols and PLC, SCADA/HMI software is a plus
• Analytical, methodical, and problem-solving skills with strong communication abilities

📩 Interested? Apply now or send an e-mail to bo.schoonjans@akkodis.com so we can get in touch!