Automation Project Engineer – CAPEX

Job description

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. 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. 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.

Qualifications

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.