Automation Engineer, SCADA, – 12-Month Contract | Near Turnhout

Fluent Flemish speakign is essential

We are currently supporting a well-established, highly automated manufacturing business in the region to recruit an experienced Automation Engineer.

This is a great opportunity to join a modern production environment with a strong focus on automation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Location: Near Turnhout, Belgium

Contract: 12 months

Start Date: ASAP / Adaptable

Rate: Market rates

The Role

You will be responsible for supporting and improving automated production systems, ensuring reliability, efficiency, and compliance within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

- PLC programming, testing, and troubleshooting of control systems
- Supporting and maintaining automated production lines




- Fault finding across electrical and control systems
- Working with SCADA systems to monitor performance and identify improvements
- Supporting continuous improvement and process optimisation initiatives

Key Skills & Experience

- Strong PLC programming experience (Rockwell, TIA7)
- Experience with HMIs and control system architecture
- Knowledge of industrial networking (Ethernet/IP, ProfiNet, Modbus)
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings
- Understanding of sensors and instrumentation (temperature, pressure, flow)
- Experience in manufacturing environments (food or process industry advantageous)
- Familiarity with GMP / HACCP standards is a plus

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