Project Engineer Automation

Agfa

Antwerpen

On-site

EUR 55,000 - 85,000

Full time

5 hours ago

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Job summary

Agfa in Belgium, Antwerpen, is seeking a Project Engineer Automation to lead the design and implementation of automation solutions on the production floor. You will translate technical challenges into scalable systems, combining hardware and software to deliver robust, hands-on solutions from concept to commissioning, coordinating with engineering, production and maintenance teams.

Real ownership of projects, opportunities for growth into senior expert or project leadership, and a collaborative,

Qualifications

Master's degree in Engineering or related field.
3-5 years of experience in automation, engineering, or technical projects.
Strong interest in integrating hardware and software.
Hands-on, analytical, and solution-oriented mindset.
Ownership mindset with ability to drive projects forward.
Excellent communication and teamwork in Dutch and English.

Responsibilities

Lead automation projects from concept to implementation.
Design and develop innovative hardware and software solutions.
Optimize existing machines and processes for performance and reliability.
Coordinate with engineering, production, and maintenance teams.
Ensure smooth implementation and user adoption on the shop floor.
Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation initiatives.

Skills

Automation

Project management

Hands-on

Hardware integration

Software integration

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Engineering

Job description

Ready for the next step in your engineering career? At Agfa, you'll take ownership of automation projects that have a direct impact on a high-tech production environment.

Vacatureomschrijving:
Ready for the next step in your engineering career? At Agfa, you'll take ownership of automation projects that have a direct impact on a high-tech production environment.

Your role

As a Project Engineer Automation, you lead the design and implementation of automation solutions-from concept to commissioning.

You translate technical challenges into smart, scalable systems, combining hardware and software into robust solutions used daily on the production floor.

You manage projects end-to-end, while staying close to the technology. This is not a purely coordinating role-you remain hands-on and technically involved.

What you’ll be doing

Lead automation projects from concept to implementation
Design and develop innovative hardware and software solutions
Optimize existing machines and processes to improve performance and reliability
Coordinate with internal stakeholders (engineering, production, maintenance)
Ensure smooth implementation and support adoption on the shop floor
Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation initiatives

Why this role stands out

Real ownership of projects-not just a supporting role
Strong combination of technical depth and project responsibility
Direct impact on production and visible results of your work
Clear growth opportunities towards senior expert or project leadership

Your profile

Master's degree in Engineering (e.g. Electromechanics, Automation, Computer Science, ...)
Preferably 3-5 years of experience in automation, engineering, or a technical project environment
Strong interest in integrating hardware and software
Hands-on, analytical, and solution-oriented
Able to take ownership and drive projects forward
Good communicator and team player
Fluent in Dutch and English

What you can expect

At Agfa, you'll find the space to grow- technically and professionally.