Automation Reliability Engineer

AMARIS GROUP SA; Netherlands; Remote; EUR 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Amaris Consulting is seeking an Automation Engineer to contribute to reliability and performance of automated production equipment in a high-tech manufacturing setting.

You will troubleshoot, maintain, repair, install and improve systems, covering preventive, corrective and predictive maintenance, with a focus on minimizing downtime. Collaborate with production and engineering teams while ensuring safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• MBO+ level education in Automation, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 1–3 years of experience in automation, maintenance, service, or a similar technical position within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Practical knowledge of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding skills across different technical disciplines.
• Experience with PLCs or industrial automation systems is an advantage.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, electrical diagrams, schematics, manuals, and equipment specifications.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic malfunctions in automated production equipment.
• Perform systematic fault analysis and root-cause investigations to identify and eliminate recurring failures.
• Carry out preventive, corrective, emergency, and predictive maintenance activities.
• Install, adjust, test, and modify production equipment according to technical drawings, diagrams, manuals, and specifications.
• Use appropriate measuring and testing equipment to diagnose faults and verify equipment performance.
• Identify technical improvement opportunities and support modifications to machines and automation systems.
• Contribute to the optimization of maintenance schedules and procedures based on technical findings and operational experience.
• Monitor equipment downtime and provide technical input to improve machine availability and reduce recurring failures.
• Accurately document maintenance activities, faults, repairs, and technical findings in the maintenance management system.
• Maintain technical documentation, drawings, maintenance schedules, and equipment information.
• Support spare parts management and ensure availability of essential components.
• Participate in improvement projects, Kaizen initiatives, and equipment optimization activities.
• Work closely with production, engineering, and technical teams to ensure safe and efficient operation of automated equipment.
• Share technical knowledge and support or coach colleagues where required.
• Ensure all activities comply with applicable quality, safety, and environmental requirements.

Skills

Automation

Mechatronics

Electrical engineering

Troubleshooting

PLCs

Maintenance

Root-cause analysis

Education

MBO+ in Automation

Tools

PLC systems

Maintenance management systems

Job description

Amaris Consulting is seeking an Automation Engineer to contribute to reliability and performance of automated production equipment in a high-tech manufacturing setting.

You will troubleshoot, maintain, repair, install and improve systems, covering preventive, corrective and predictive maintenance, with a focus on minimizing downtime. Collaborate with production and engineering teams while ensuring safety and quality standards.