Senior Automation & Project Engineer

The purpose of this role is to prepare, execute, and manage Capex and automation projects within a manufacturing environment, including budget responsibility and technical support to maintenance teams.

Key Responsibilities

The role is based at the Turnhout site.

We are a dynamic organization in a rapidly changing environment. Accordingly, the responsibilities associated with this position will change in accordance with the company’s business needs. More specifically, the incumbent may be required to perform additional and/or different responsibilities from those set for the above.

Responsibilities

Preparation and execution of projects including budget responsibility (Research feasibility, creating business support, budgeting, planning).; Initiating projects (Detailed report on the project, Contact suppliers, negotiating on price, follow up of orders, follow up of budgeting and planning).; Set up and lead project team (internal & external resources).; Implementation and qualification/validation of projects (actual installation together with internal maintenance experts or contractors, follow-up, administration, training, after care, transfer to other departments, etc).; Project hand over to OPS and Maintenance.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Industrial Automation Engineering or related education is required.; 4+ years manufacturing engineering experience.; Strong knowledge of Siemens, Rockwell, PLC and SCADA systems.; Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Dutch and English.; Good knowledge of different electrical, automation and mechanical technologies in this type of industry.

Benefits

Comprehensive Financial & Health Security: Enjoy 100% employer-paid pension and hospitalization insurance. Benefit from Meal Vouchers (€10), an end-of-year premium, and seniority premium (after 5 years of service). Our Cafeteria Plan allows you to convert seniority days and end-of-year premium and/or up to 10% of your gross monthly salary into personalized benefits like bike leasing, mobile devices, laptops, warrants, company cars, or other flexible options. We also provide a Solidarity Fund to support colleagues and families during times of loss.; Time Off & Flexibility: 20 legal holidays on top of the 10 legal public holidays, 12 extra days of reduction in working hours (ADV), 6 extra days to choose in our flex income plan and option to buy extra holidays in our flex income plan. We offer flexible working hours (start between 7:00 and 9:00 AM, finish between 2:00 and 6:00 PM) and teleworking opportunities for a better work-life balance.; Continuous Development: Grow your career through a Personal Development Plan, creating and maintaining your own talent profile, and access to specialized training programs, one-on-one coaching, and Dutch language courses to support your growth within our organization.; On-site Perks & Community: Take advantage of free parking, EV chargers, an on-site restaurant, free coffee/tea, and "My Avery Dennison Benefits" for online shopping discounts. We provide an Employee Assistance Program (Confidential Counselor/assistance) and organize social activities.