• Personal Relocation Budget - We cover your flight, first month’s rent, and deposit to ensure a smooth transition to the Netherlands.
  • Company Car (Private Use Allowed) – Enjoy the flexibility of a company car for both work and personal use.
  • Free Dutch Language Lessons – Learn Dutch at no cost to help you settle in and integrate easily.

Job description

Drive Innovation, lead projects and deliver excellence!

As a Lead Engineer in Industrial Automation, you will independently and collaboratively specify, design, and program PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems for clients in machine building and process industries. In addition to your technical responsibilities, you act as the internal project leader for your team, overseeing task distribution and ensuring the successful execution of projects.
You will maintain frequent communication with clients and handle project-related technical correspondence. Furthermore, you will be responsible for commissioning control systems on-site at (end) customers. Your work will take place both in-house and on customer locations. As a key expert in electrical installations and/or software engineering, you will serve as a vital knowledge resource for our clients.
In short, this role offers a dynamic and diverse challenge within a multidisciplinary environment.

Your Role

As an Engineer Industrial Automation, you will be responsible for:
  • Take the lead within your team and collaborate with the department manager to align with the company’s strategy.
  • Discuss and distribute responsibilities within the team to ensure smooth project execution.
  • Maintain frequent communication with clients and handle all project-related technical correspondence.
  • Oversee the commissioning of control systems on-site at (end) customers.
  • Work both in-house and at customer locations, depending on project requirements.
  • -Provide support and expertise in areas such as electrical installations and software engineering when needed.

Job requirements

  • A Bachelor or Master degree in Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering;
  • Experience in PLC programming (Siemens S7, TIA Portal Beckhoff TwinCAT en SCADA software);
  • Fluent in English (German or Dutch is a plus).

Ready to Start Your International Career?

If you’re eager to take on a dynamic role with travel opportunities and technical challenges, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and let’s discuss how you can be a part of our growing team.

M: j.smeets@xelvin.nl

Salary

€3.500 - €5.500 gross income per month

Company profile

Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level? As an Engineer Industrial Automation, you'll work on cutting-edge projects for leading companies in the Food, Petrochemical, and Machine Building industries. From designing advanced control systems to optimizing high-tech production processes, your expertise will drive innovation and efficiency.
Join this dynamic engineering firm in Limburg, the Netherlands, where work-life balance, career growth, and exciting challenges go hand in hand. Whether you're already in the region or considering a move, Limburg offers a great quality of life, a thriving industrial sector, and a welcoming international community.

Are you ready to make an impact? Let’s build the future together!

Why join us?

  • Personal Relocation Budget - We cover your flight, first month’s rent, and deposit to ensure a smooth transition to the Netherlands.
  • Company Car (Private Use Allowed) - Enjoy the flexibility of a company car for both work and personal use.
  • Free Dutch Language Lessons - Learn Dutch at no cost to help you settle in and integrate easily.
  • Training & Development Budget - Access courses and certifications to continuously grow and develop your skills.
  • Excellent Salary - Receive a highly competitive salary that reflects your expertise and experience.

Join Xelvin and take your career in Industrial Automation to the next level in the Netherlands.

Location

Limburg
Jeroen Smeets

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Jeroen Smeets
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