Job description

Senior Industrial Automation Engineer

Must-Have Background Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Automation, or a related field
  • Significant experience in industrial automation, with a focus on system integration
  • Strong knowledge of PLC, SCADA, and DCS systems
  • Experience with programming, troubleshooting, and optimizing control systems
  • Familiarity with automation standards and protocols (e.g., IEC, ISA)
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical schematics
  • Understanding of cybersecurity measures in industrial automation
  • Ability to work independently on complex technical tasks and lead project teams
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Fluent in English; Dutch language skills are advantageous

Job requirements

About This Industry
This company operates in the technical services and industrial automation industry, providing specialized expertise in electrical, mechanical, and digital automation solutions for sectors like manufacturing, energy, infrastructure, and transport. This company focuses on delivering sustainable, efficient, and innovative automation solutions, helping clients to enhance productivity, improve safety, and optimize processes across various industries.

Benefits:
  • A good salary starting at €5400.
  • 25 holidays based on a full-time workweek which will 40 Hours per week schedules;
  • 8,33% holiday-allowance and travel expenses.
  • Relocation budget.
  • We will help you to find an accommodation;
  • Our Expat Consultant will assist you with 30% tax benefit ruling application, health insurance application, arranging an Bank account and pension plan.
  • A work permit, VISA, Dutch language training are also arranged for you.

NOTE: This vacancy is only available in the Netherlands therefore we do require you to relocate to the Netherlands

Salary

€5.250 - €5.500 gross income per month

Location

South Africa
Marika Pelser

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