Industrial Automation Engineer

For one of our clients, we are looking for Industrial Automation Engineers to ensure the reliability, security and continuous improvement of automation systems in a manufacturing environment.

You will combine technical troubleshooting with system management, project oversight and collaboration with engineering teams and external suppliers.

Your responsibilities

• Manage industrial automation systems, safeguarding availability, performance, quality and cybersecurity.

• Review automation projects against technical requirements, engineering standards and validation protocols.

• Resolve operational issues and improve procedures and best practices.

• Lead root cause analyses to prevent unplanned downtime.

• Coordinate maintenance, change management and system lifecycle activities.

• Oversee external contractors and suppliers, ensuring compliance with internal standards.

• Provide technical expertise for Level 2, Level 3 and Level 4 automation systems and infrastructure.

• Develop and deliver automation training for colleagues.

Your profile

• Experience with industrial automation in a manufacturing environment.

• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.

• Understanding of automation infrastructure, cybersecurity and lifecycle management.

• Ability to assess technical requirements and engineering documentation.

• Strong communication skills and experience collaborating with technical teams and suppliers.

Assignment details

• Location: Nijmegen, Netherlands

• Hours: 40 per week

• Duration: 12 months

• Target start date: 13 November 2026

• Future opportunity: Potential to transition into permanent employment

Interested? Get in touch for more information.