Medior PLC & Automation Engineer - JP055364

Itproposal; Dessel; Sur place; EUR 42 000 - 68 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Itproposal in Belgium seeks a Medior PLC & Automation Engineer to maintain and develop Siemens PLC systems, SCADA, instrumentation, and process control within a highly regulated industrial environment.

You will work hands-on with PLCs, SCADA, and automation projects, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance while contributing to technical improvements. The role is fully onsite in Dessel, starting ASAP for a 4‑month contract.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a technical field or equivalent demonstrable experience.
• Several years of relevant PLC/Automation/Instrumentation experience.
• Hands-on Siemens PLCs and SCADA knowledge.
• Experience in industrial automation and process control.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation.

Responsabilités

• Plan, execute, and follow up on maintenance activities.
• Perform and coordinate major maintenance tasks.
• Support automation and instrumentation projects.
• Analyse faults, alarms, and process disturbances.
• Update technical drawings, P&IDs, and schematics.
• Train colleagues on modifications and improvements.

Connaissances

Siemens PLCs

SCADA systems

Troubleshooting

Programming

Industrial networking

Automation

Independent work

Formation

Bachelor's degree or technical field

Equivalent demonstrable experience

Description du poste

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

• Bachelor's 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.