Development Automation Engineer

As part of the Automation team within our R&D department, you are responsible for the development and management of the complete lifecycle of assigned projects and applications.

Responsibilities:

• Developing and optimizing the operating systems and sensors of our pharmacy robot and peripherals, using Beckhoff PLC control.
• Selecting and testing necessary hardware components based on requirements.
• Designing electrical schematics.
• Choosing and configuring screens and computers for our new digital signage platform.
• Collaborating with Development Engineers on large projects or working independently on product developments.
• Working in a dynamic, multidisciplinary team of 10 engineers and reporting to the R&D Manager.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electromechanics or Automation, with several years of relevant experience.
• Basic knowledge of or willingness to delve into programming environments such as Python, C++ or OpenCV.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Windows configuration and networks (IP configuration, WiFi, industrial networks);
  • Solid knowledge of PLC programming (e.g., Motion, Structured Text);
  • Basic knowledge of Computer Vision and electrical design.
• Interest in video processing algorithms and technologies (Object Recognition, Video Analytics, Event- & Pattern Detection, Video Processing, Artificial Intelligence,…).
• Eager to learn and able to thoroughly understand new technologies and convert them into working solutions.
• Solution-oriented and able to document projects in a structured manner.
• Strong communication skills in Dutch and English; knowledge of French is a plus.

• Growing high-tech company with international ambitions: Work on challenging projects within a stable and future-oriented organization.
• Commute-friendly, collegial work environment: Enjoy an informal atmosphere, enthusiastic colleagues, and an easily accessible office.
• Salary package:
  • Meal vouchers (€ 8/day)
  • Group insurance
  • Laptop and mobile phone
  • Benefits@Work
  • Possibility of bike leasing
  • Company car to be discussed
• Flexible working hours: A 39-hour work week with a fixed core schedule (Mon-Thu: 9 AM-4 PM, Fri: 9 AM-3 PM) and the possibility to accumulate flexitime.
• Generous holiday package: 20 legal vacation days, 6 additional days off, and the freedom to plan your leave entirely yourself.

Our client believes in a personal approach. By truly getting to know their clients, they deliver tailor-made solutions.

This approach also applies to employees, who are just as important for the future as clients.

Through expertise, they strive for perfection in robotics.

All company cars are electric and charged with renewable energy sources.

They also travel only when absolutely necessary and opt for local suppliers as much as possible to prevent polluting transport.