Vivica van Vlijmen

Process Engineer

Roles & Responsibilities;
Your role will involve contributing to the realization of coating equipment through specifying process requirements, optimizing coatings, and conducting commissioning and acceptance of systems at customer sites. Additionally, you'll be tasked with developing and producing coating solutions for potential customers, transferring them into operational production systems, and participating in the development of new technologies and processes. This work environment is characterized by a diverse range of customers and projects, emphasizing the importance of initiative, equipment expertise, collaboration, and teamwork for achieving success.

Within the Process Engineering department, you'll join a team of 16 colleagues based in Venlo, with additional colleagues located in Asia.


What do you bring to the table?

• At minimum a Master degree (MSc) in Mechanical

Engineering, Material Engineering, Physics or similar and
3-5 years of industrial experience in a similar role;

• Thorough knowhow on plasma physics and plasma

diagnostic;

• Interest and skills in troubleshooting equipment;
• Passion for technology and experience in working in

project teams;

• Relevant experience in one of the following fields:

Sputtering (HIPIMS, DMS,...) and/or Arc technology, PVD
coatings for tools, PACVD / DLC coatings for tribological
applications;

• You speak English fluently and preferably Dutch, German

or Chinese as well;

• Willingness to travel worldwide on a regular base (30%).

Service Engineer Installation


Introduction to the job
As a Service Engineer within our client's department, you will be responsible for installing, commissioning, maintaining, and repairing equipment. Reporting to the Field Service Supervisor, you'll ensure adherence to service work orders and maximize machine uptime while prioritizing customer satisfaction.



Roles & Responsibilities

• Execute service work orders safely and efficiently;
• Keep technical knowledge current and update skills regularly;
• Obtain customer sign-off on service work orders and provide detailed field service reports promptly;
• Communicate job progress to both the customer and the Field Service Supervisor;
• Maintain professionalism, appearance, and equipment condition at all times;
• Contribute actively to a professional and profitable service organization;
• Follow safety and quality instructions diligently;
• Install new machines and perform upgrades;
• Troubleshoot and repair machines on-site or remotely;
• Conduct preventative maintenance and support testing/commissioning tasks;
• Provide training to customers and third-party operators/technicians;
• Collaborate with the team to share insights and improve machine serviceability;
• Ensure timely submission of service documentation.

Education, Experience & Skills

• National Diploma (MBO) or Bachelor in Mechatronics, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience in electronics and mechanics;
• Proficient in analyzing and resolving problems with complex machinery;
• Familiarity with PLCs from various vendors (e.g., Siemens, Beckhoff);
• Strong logical thinking and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English;
• Comfortable working independently and in teams;
• Well-organized, self-disciplined, and receptive to coaching;
• Proficient in computer applications like MS Office;
• Willingness to travel extensively worldwide and flexibility in working hours.