Tech Lead, Automated Systems Architecture & R&D

Verhaert | On-site Consulting; Oost-Vlaanderen; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pioneering Space Projects

Personal Coaching

Competitive salary + fringe benefits

Knowledge Network

Job summary

Verhaert On-site Consulting in Belgium seeks an R&D Tech Lead System Development to coordinate automated storage solution development and own system-level concepts across engineering domains.

You will lead system development and architecture, plan cross-functional execution, supervise validation, and mentor teams while aligning with product roadmaps. Fluency in English is required and you are based in Belgium with a valid work permit.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Automation, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of hands-on engineering experience within automation or complex system environments.
• Background or familiarity with software engineering, machine safety, system configuration, or coding.

Responsibilities

• System Development & Architecture: Set technical direction and drive innovation in network architecture, protocols, and cybersecurity practices.
• Planning & Execution: Align with peers to establish clear requirements, build structured development plans, and coordinate cross-functional execution.
• Validation & Quality: Oversee formal system validation, lead internal quality reviews, and coordinate product documentation.
• Continuous Improvement: Take ownership of overall system performance and prioritize safety, efficiency, reliability, and user-friendliness.
• Product Strategy & Roadmap: Partner with Product Managers to build and execute the R&D roadmap while managing timelines and budgets.
• Stakeholder Alignment: Act as the primary technical contact for neighboring departments and communicate new developments.
• Leadership & Mentorship: Guide cross-functional teams and mentor members in secure development practices.

Skills

Software engineering

Machine safety

System configuration

Coding

Education

Master’s degree in Automation, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or a related field

Job description

Verhaert On-site Consulting in Belgium seeks an R&D Tech Lead System Development to coordinate automated storage solution development and own system-level concepts across engineering domains.

You will lead system development and architecture, plan cross-functional execution, supervise validation, and mentor teams while aligning with product roadmaps. Fluency in English is required and you are based in Belgium with a valid work permit.