Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer – Industrial Automation | PLC & SCADA

📍 Location: Eastern Netherlands (relocation support available)

🛠️ Industry: Industrial Automation / Water / Food / Chemical / Manufacturing

🕒 Employment Type: Full-time

🗓️ Contract Type: Long-term

About the Role

Ready to take your automation career to the next level in the Netherlands?

We’re looking for a Software Engineer to join a well-established Dutch industrial automation company that delivers smart control solutions for essential infrastructure, from water treatment and geothermal energy to sustainable factories.

If you have a background in PLC and SCADA programming, and you enjoy combining office-based development with hands-on commissioning on site, this could be an excellent opportunity to bring your skills into the Dutch industrial sector.

You’ll work in a team of experienced software engineers on complex control systems that make industrial processes safer, more efficient and more sustainable.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate customer requirements into concrete control solutions
• Develop and test PLC and SCADA software (Siemens, Schneider or similar)
• Carry out functional tests at the office and at the customer’s location
• Commission software on site together with the customer and your team
• Contribute to the further development of internal standards and tools
• Keep your knowledge up to date and share expertise within the team

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Automation or a similar field
• 5+ years of experience with PLC/SCADA programming (Siemens, Schneider or similar)
• Analytical, structured and solution-oriented way of working
• Comfortable working both independently and in project teams
• Clear communication and a customer-oriented mindset
• Willingness to travel occasionally for testing and commissioning
• Good command of English
• Unfortunately, we cannot offer visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates MUST have EU/EEA citizenship or a valid Dutch work permit.
• Willingness to relocate to the Netherlands

We Offer

• 1-2 year contract with the possibility of permanent contract after
• Monthly gross salary of €4,000 – €5,700, depending on experience
• Extra compensation for overtime
• 25 vacation days plus additional ADV days (reduced working hours)
• Collective Labour Agreement (CAO Metal & Technology) and a solid pension scheme
• Personal training and development opportunities
• Relocation package and support throughout your relocation and onboarding
• Innovative projects in essential infrastructure and sustainability
• An active company culture with sports activities, a staff association and more

Ready to bring smart automation to life, and build your career in the Netherlands?

Apply today and let’s talk about your next international career move!