Your new job
What will you do?
As an Automation Engineer, you are responsible for the maintenance, optimization, and improvement of electrical control systems and PLC-driven production equipment. You play a direct role in the reliability and performance of our modern production line. You'll analyze malfunctions, implement technical improvements, and ensure everything runs smoothly.
On an average workday, you start by reviewing the technical status of the machines. You fix urgent breakdowns, perform preventive maintenance, and execute improvement projects. You collaborate with colleagues from production, maintenance, and management, read technical drawings, adjust parameters, and carefully document your work. You'll work in a 3-shift system, where you face new challenges and plenty of variety every day.
Do you want to use and further develop your technical knowledge in an international, innovative production setting? Apply now and help build reliable, optimized production processes where your expertise makes the difference!
About the client
You will be working at an international, leading production company in Horst, specializing in high-quality metal and plastic packaging. The organization actively invests in innovation and sustainability, and is committed to reducing environmental impact, including phasing out harmful substances in packaging. You'll work in a modern, clean production environment where quality, safety, and teamwork are paramount. The company offers plenty of opportunities for personal development and taking initiative.
What we offer
In addition to personal contact
- Excellent gross hourly wage: €24.24 without allowance, approximately €26.49 including 14% shift allowance.
- Direct permanent contract for the long term.
- 38-hour work week in a modern production company.
- Metalektro CLA, scale F7 – including attractive secondary benefits.
- Work at an international, innovative, and sustainability-focused company.
- Opportunities for training, growth, and personal development.
- Pleasant working atmosphere with professional colleagues.
- Modern, clean, and safe working environment.
Requirements
What we expect from you
- You have at least a completed associate/bachelor’s degree (EQF-NLQF level 5) in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, or a related field.
- You have at least 3 years of relevant experience in industrial automation, production, or maintenance systems.
- You have good command of the English language (spoken and written).
- You have knowledge of electrical control systems (high and low voltage).
- Experience with PLC-driven production equipment.
- You can read and interpret technical drawings and electrical diagrams.
- Analytical, solution-oriented, and able to work independently.
- Willing to work in a 3-shift system.
- Good communication skills and enjoy working with different teams.
- In possession of VCA and NEN 3140 certificates (or willing to obtain them).
- Proactive, quality-oriented, and reliable.
More information
Want to apply or learn more? Simply fill out the application form on our website. We will contact you soon!