PLC Software Engineer

NOVA Engineering nv; Halle; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Company car with charging card

Hospitalization and group insurance

Flexible cafeteria plan

End-of-year bonus and holiday pay

Job summary

NOVA Engineering nv is seeking a Senior Automation Software Engineer to lead software activities in complex automation projects across the food, pharmaceutical and process industries. You will own software deliverables, develop, test, install and maintain industrial software, and prepare validation documentation.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years in automation, strong knowledge of TIA Portal, SCL, STL, LAD and SQL, plus .NET. English is mandatory; Dutch is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Software Engineering, or equivalent.
• 10+ years in automation and industrial software development.
• Strong knowledge of TIA Portal, SCL, STL, LAD and SQL.
• Experience with Schneider Drives is a strong asset.
• Knowledge of .NET is a plus.
• Fluent in English; Dutch language skills are an advantage.
• Willing to work 3 days per week on-site in the Halle or Wommelgem area.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of all software-related activities within automation projects.
• Develop, implement, test, install, and maintain industrial software solutions.
• Prepare software validation documentation for projects.
• Act as the technical point of contact for internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to innovative technologies to optimize production.

Skills

Take ownership

Software development

Validation documentation

Technical liaison

Sustainability focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electronics or Software Engineering

Tools

TIA Portal

SCL

STL

LAD

SQL

.NET

Job description

Contract

Our client is a globally recognized technology and engineering company that develops innovative solutions for the food, pharmaceutical, and process industries. As a Senior Automation Software Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering advanced automation projects that drive efficiency, digitalization, and sustainability.

• Take ownership of all software-related activities within complex automation projects.


• Develop, implement, test, install, and maintain industrial software solutions in line with quality and validation standards.


• Prepare software validation documentation while ensuring projects are delivered efficiently in terms of cost, quality, and timing.


• Act as the technical point of contact for internal teams and external stakeholders regarding software-related matters.


• Contribute to innovative technologies that help optimize production processes and support a more sustainable future.

Profiel

Our client is looking for an experienced automation professional who combines strong technical expertise with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Software Engineering, or equivalent through experience.


• Minimum 10+ years of experience in automation and industrial software development.


• Strong knowledge of TIA Portal, SCL, STL, LAD, and SQL.


• Experience with Schneider Drives is considered a strong asset.


• Knowledge of .NET is a valuable plus.


• Fluent in English; Dutch language skills are an advantage.


• Willing to work 3 days per week on-site in the Halle or Wommelgem area.


• Strong communication skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to work independently on complex projects.

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What we offer

Thanks to our personal approach and in-depth technical expertise, we aim to provide you with the ideal springboard for your career. This allows you to significantly expand your expertise and knowledge within your field, while continuing to do what you enjoy most.

Of course, we reward your commitment with an attractive compensation package, including:

• Permanent contract


• Company car with charging/fuel card


• Hospitalization and group insurance


• Flexible cafeteria plan for, for example, bike leasing or the purchase of IT equipment


• End-of-year bonus and holiday pay

And that’s not all! Everyone is warmly welcomed to our extensive New Year’s reception, enjoyable Summer BBQ, and many other fun events. We strongly believe in creating a close-knit community where everyone feels valued and involved.