Automation Engineer

DSJ Global; Utrecht; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

DSJ Global is seeking a Junior Automation Engineer for our Utrecht production site within a global FMCG organisation. You will support the design, implementation, and maintenance of automated systems across the production environment, covering PLCs, SCADA, robotics, and industrial networks.

You will ensure electrical safety and regulatory compliance while collaborating cross-functionally to drive efficiency and reliability across operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Control Engineering or similar.
• 3-5 years' experience in a process or manufacturing environment.
• Strong expertise in industrial automation systems.
• Experience delivering technical projects.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support design, execution, and optimisation of automation systems to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, supporting complex problem-solving on site.
• Develop and manage preventive maintenance strategies and electrical safety standards.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure system integration and sustainability.
• Oversee timely execution of maintenance and repair activities.
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety regulations and best practices.

Skills

Industrial automation

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Control Engineering

Tools

SCADA

PLC

Robotics

Industrial networks

Job description

We are part of a global FMCG organisation with a collaborative, close-knit culture at our Utrecht production site. The facility is focused on continuous improvement, innovation, and high-quality output, offering a dynamic environment for professional growth.

Role Summary

As a Junior Automation Engineer, you will support the design, implementation, and maintenance of automated systems across the production environment. You will act as the subject matter expert for automation, covering PLCs, SCADA, robotics, and industrial networks, while ensuring electrical safety and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the design, execution, and optimisation of automation systems to improve efficiency and productivity
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, supporting complex problem-solving on site
• Develop and manage preventive maintenance strategies and electrical safety standards
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure system integration and sustainability
• Oversee timely execution of maintenance and repair activities
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety regulations and best practices

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Control Engineering, or similar
• 3-5 years' experience in a process or manufacturing environment
• Strong expertise in industrial automation systems
• Experience delivering technical projects
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills