Field Service Engineer

HOUDIJK HOLLAND B.V; Vlaardingen; On-site; EUR 44,416 - 59,148; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 vacation days plus 13 additional leave days

Travel expense reimbursement

Internal and external training

Job summary

HOUDIJK HOLLAND B.V is seeking a Field Service Engineer to ensure the proper functioning of installations at customer sites. You will be responsible for service and maintenance tasks, provide training, and support operations.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering, has experience with electrical systems and dynamic drives, and is willing to travel abroad. The position offers a competitive salary, generous vacation days, and excellent working conditions.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering at least at MBO level, or equivalent through work experience.
• Experience with dynamic drive systems and modern PLC control technologies.
• Willingness to travel abroad regularly for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Ensure installations work properly and perform service and maintenance tasks.
• Communicate with customers about machine faults or upgrades.
• Collect test data, monitor testing progress, and maintain documentation.
• Provide training to customer staff, such as operators and technicians.
• Assist in on-site visits or remote troubleshooting as required.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Dynamic Drive Systems

PLC Control Technologies

Communication in Dutch

Communication in English

Education

MBO degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

About the role

As a Field Service Engineer at Royal Houdijk, you will ensure our installations at the customer’s site work properly and keep working. You will perform service and maintenance tasks, provide instructions and training, and support the operation of the entire line.

Key Responsibilities

• Communicate with customers and maintenance departments regarding machine faults or upgrades, ensuring a proper handover.
• Check the correct operation of the entire line and carry out the final inspection.
• Collect test data, monitor the progress of testing, and maintain thorough documentation, including recording your hours.
• Collaborate with fellow engineers and managers to identify solutions to technical issues and discuss these with the customer.
• Provide instructions and training to customer staff, such as operators and maintenance technicians.
• Assist in on‑site visits or remote troubleshooting as required.
• Participate in assembly and commissioning work during the initial period in the Assembly department.

Qualifications

• A completed degree in Mechanical Engineering at least at MBO level, or equivalent through work experience.
• Knowledge and experience in electrical engineering and mechanical construction.
• Experience with dynamic drive systems and modern PLC control technologies (Rockwell and Beckhoff controls is a plus).
• Willingness to travel abroad regularly, sometimes on short notice, for extended periods (2 to 4 weeks).
• Ability to communicate and report clearly in Dutch and English.
• Provision of a certificate of good conduct (VOG) may be part of the application process.

Benefits and Working Conditions

• Salary between €3,980 and €5,300 per month (based on 40 hours), supplemented by a generous project/overseas allowance.
• Well‑arranged accommodation when abroad, with a choice of restaurants for dinner.
• 27 vacation days plus 13 additional leave days.
• Travel expense reimbursement.
• Internal and external training and presentations to continuously maintain technical product and system knowledge.
• Good employment conditions according to the Metalektro collective labor agreement, including a solid pension scheme.
• Regular fun activities with colleagues, such as pub quizzes, sports events, and the ‘Houdijk Games’.

About Royal Houdijk

Royal Houdijk employs 225 people and operates from its headquarters in Vlaardingen, the Netherlands, supported by global service centers in the USA, Mexico and Austria. We specialize in the design and manufacture of machines for transporting, inspecting, and loading biscuits and crackers.