Maintenance Engineer - Undutchables

Jobster; Venlo; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 vacation days

8% holiday allowance

Premium pension plan

Travel and home working allowances

Laptop and phone

Direct contract (year 1) then permanen

Discount on products

Job summary

Jobster in Venlo is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to join a growing logistics operation. You will act as the technical specialist for complex issues, diagnose recurring problems, and implement sustainable solutions within a fast-paced warehouse environment.

You will lead troubleshooting, support technicians, and drive long-term improvements to increase reliability and efficiency. Fluency in English and the ability to commute to Venlo are essential.

Qualifications

• MBO-level education (or higher) in a technical field such as Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or similar.
• Approximately 3 years of relevant technical work experience.
• Experience working within a warehouse, logistics, production, or automated industrial environment.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Hands-on experience with machinery, electrical systems, and technical maintenance.
• Experience performing root cause analyses in a technical environment.
• Fluent English communication skills.
• A proactive and independent mindset with the ability to take ownership and initiative.
• Own transportation and the ability to commute independently to the Venlo area.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues involving machinery, electrical systems, and software.
• Analyze recurring breakdowns and identify root causes using a structured approach.
• Install, commission, maintain, and optimize warehouse machinery and logistics systems.
• Support and guide maintenance technicians with challenging technical issues.
• Develop and implement long-term technical improvements to increase system reliability and performance.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement innovative solutions.
• Contribute to technical projects aimed at improving operational efficiency and warehouse operations.
• Help create structure and best practices within a growing technical environment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Proactive mindset

Independent worker

Fluent English

Education

MBO-level technical education (Electrical/Mechatronics/Mechanical)

Tools

PLC-controlled systems

Job description

Our client is looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join their logistics operation in Venlo. This is a newly created position within the maintenance team, offering the opportunity to make a real impact and help shape the role from the ground up. You will join a team of two mechanics and act as the technical specialist for more complex technical issues. While the team handles day‑day maintenance, you will focus on diagnosing recurring problems, identifying root causes, and implementing sustainable solutions. In addition, you will contribute to technical projects and continuous improvement initiatives within a dynamic warehouse environment. What will you do?

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues involving machinery, electrical systems, and software.
• Analyze recurring breakdowns and identify root causes using a structured approach.
• Install, commission, maintain, and optimize warehouse machinery and logistics systems.
• Support and guide maintenance technicians with challenging technical issues.
• Develop and implement long‑term technical improvements to increase system reliability and performance.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement innovative solutions.
• Contribute to technical projects aimed at improving operational efficiency and warehouse operations.
• Help create structure and best practices within a growing technical environment.

Requirements

• MBO-level education (or higher) in a technical field such as Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or similar.
• Approximately 3 years of relevant technical work experience.
• Experience working within a warehouse, logistics, production, or automated industrial environment.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Hands‑on experience with machinery, electrical systems, and technical maintenance.
• Experience performing root cause analyses in a technical environment.
• Knowledge of PLC‑controlled systems is a strong advantage.
• Fluent English communication skills.
• A proactive and independent mindset with the ability to take ownership and initiative.
• Own transportation and the ability to commute independently to the Venlo area.

Please note that we can only consider candidates who live within a reasonable commuting distance of Venlo. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefits

• 25 vacation days, with the option to purchase an additional 10 days.
• 8% holiday allowance.
• A premium‑free pension plan.
• Travel and home working allowances.
• Direct contract with our client: first 1 year, and afterwards permanent.
• A 20% discount on all products.
• Travel reimbursement of €0.23 per kilometre.
• Laptop and phone.
• Compensation of 200% for occasional Saturday work (approximately 4–5 times per year).
• A positive and collaborative working environment.
• Long‑term career opportunities within an international and growing organization.