Maintenance Engineer

vfc; Hoogkameren; On-site; EUR 39,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

meal and eco‑cheques

pension plan

hospitalization insurance

bike lease opportunity

Job summary

VF Corporation in Sint-Niklaas is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to oversee the upkeep of automated warehouse installations, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, and drive PLC improvements that boost efficiency and operator comfort.

You will supervise technicians on your shift, coordinate with production and other trades, and ensure safe, reliable operation of all automated equipment. Fluency in English is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electromechanics or automation.
• At least 7 years in a maintenance department of an automated company.
• Good knowledge of electromechanics and frequency controls.
• Knowledge of PCS7, Tia Portal, Siemens S7, S7 Graph.
• Communicative and analytically strong.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair installations in the warehouse (Mini load, conveyors, erectors, winding machines, inline printers).
• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshooting based on plans and diagrams.
• Improve PLC controls for process optimization and operator comfort.
• Participate in start-up of installations, switch boxes, PLC controls, and electromechanical drives.
• Keep inventory and provide ordering recommendations.
• Provide technical assistance to technicians and coordinate shift teams.

Skills

Fluent English

Analytical

Team player

Safety minded

Education

Bachelor's degree in electromechanics or automation

Tools

PCS7

Siemens S7

TIA Portal

S7 Graph

Job description

Maintenance Engineer - VF Sint‑Niklaas

LET'S TALK ABOUT THE ROLE

As a maintenance engineer you are responsible for the good condition of all our installations in the warehouse, you will oversee the maintenance of the automated systems in a fast‑paced production environment. Your tasks and responsibilities will include solving electrical & mechanical malfunctions, reporting to the Maintenance Manager, managing technicians & machine operators in your shift, minor adjustments in PLC programs on S7 and promoting safety and environmental awareness.

HOW DO YOU MAKE THE DIFFERENCE?

What will you do:

• You are responsible for the maintenance and repairs of the installations in our warehouse (Mini load, conveyors, erectors, winding machines, inline printers, ...). Both preventive maintenance and fundamental troubleshooting are part of your duties. You base yourself on plans, diagrams, or documents of the constructor.
• You participate in the improvement of the installations, with a focus on the optimization of PLC controls that contribute to process improvement or the comfort of our operators.
• You participate in the implementation and start‑up of installations and/or machines: (electrical) switch boxes, PLC controls, electromechanical drives....
• You keep inventory of our parts and give recommendations for orders.

How will you do this:

• You will keep schedules and documentation up to date.
• You will provide technical assistance to technicians.
• You report to the Maintenance Manager and work closely with production supervisors, Machine operators and other technicians (in‑house technicians and subcontractors).
• You direct the technicians and machine operators on your shift so that all work is completed correctly and in a timely manner.

Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity

As a goal‑oriented, performance‑driven company, we strive to create a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness, and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our employees so they can be their true selves at work every day.

SKILLS FOR SUCCES

• You have at least a bachelor's degree (electromechanics or automation).
• You have at least 7 years of experience in a maintenance department of an automated company.
• You have a good knowledge of electromechanics and frequency controls.
• You have knowledge of PCS7, Tia Portal, Siemens S7, S7 graph.
• You are communicative and analytically strong.
• You can function both independently and in a team.
• You express yourself fluently in English.
• You have strong PC knowledge (Mail, office, ...).
• You can work safely and have no problem working at heights (Max. +/-25 meters).
• You like to work in shifts (Mon-Do: 6h-14h / 14h-22h; Fri: 6h-13h / 13h-20h).

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

We are committed to unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy and commitment of our people. Therefore, we offer comprehensive benefits that promote the mental, physical and financial well‑being of all VF employees. When it comes to benefits, we are the total package such as meal and eco‑cheques, pension plan, hospitalization insurance, bike lease opportunity, ...

Benefits

• meal and eco‑cheques
• pension plan
• hospitalization insurance
• bike lease opportunity
• ...

OUR PARENT COMPANY, VF CORPORATION

VF Corporation is more than the world's largest apparel company. A dynamic global player, VF represents lifestyle brands such as Eastpak, The North Face, Kipling, Vans, Napapijri, Smartwool and Timberland. In Europe, VF has more than 7,000 employees. The Belgian team consists of more than 750 enthusiastic employees who continuously work on the further growth of our company. These distribution centers are located in Sint‑Niklaas and take care of the distribution of Eastpak, Kipling, The North Face and Smartwool.

Important note

Please be advised that a valid work permit for Belgium is required for Non‑EU citizens. Unfortunately, applications without a valid work permit and sufficient language skills may not be considered.

€39,360.00 EUR - €49,200.00 EUR annually