Maintenance Engineer - Undutchables

Jobster; Venlo; Presencial; EUR 45.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

25 vacation days

Holiday allowance 8%

Pension plan

Travel and home working allowances

Direct contract

Product discount

Travel reimbursement

Laptop and phone

Overtime 200% on Saturdays

Collaborative environment

Long-term career opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Jobster in Venlo is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to join our logistics operation, taking a technical specialist role within a small team. You will diagnose recurring issues, implement sustainable fixes, and support continuous improvement in a dynamic warehouse.

You will work hands-on with machinery, electrical systems and PLC-controlled equipment, analyse root causes, and guide technicians to raise reliability and performance across the operation.

Formación

• Proven troubleshooting skills in technical environments.
• Strong analytical approach to root-cause analysis.
• Hands-on maintenance of machinery and electrical systems.

Responsabilidades

• Troubleshoot complex issues involving machinery, electrical systems, and software.
• Analyze recurring breakdowns and identify root causes with structured methods.
• Install, commission, maintain and optimize warehouse machinery and logistics systems.
• Support and guide maintenance technicians with challenging technical issues.
• Develop and implement long-term improvements to increase system reliability.
• Contribute to projects improving operational efficiency and warehouse operations.

Conocimientos

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

English communication

Independence

Educación

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

Herramientas

PLC systems

Industrial automation

Descripción del empleo

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-to-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.