Job Title: Senior Automation Engineer
Job Type: Contract/Freelance
Location: Brussels, Belgium
Work regime: Hybrid (2 Day Onsite in a Week)
Keywords: Automation Engineer, Scada and PLC.
The Senior Automation Engineer will play a key role in within the CRD-department will be responsible for this disciplines withing larger projects or will take on the lead during smaller projects.
some projects, but not limited to: upcoming software migrations, SCADA system replacements, rebuild of an installation scheduled for next year. The first proof of concept (POC) begins in October, involving complex adjustments to existing standards.
The engineer will also be responsible for guiding the team through documentation practices and ensuring alignment with organizational structure.
Take ownership of automation discipline within large-scale projects.
Lead the development and expansion of PLC and SCADA systems.
Perform programming tasks including disassembly, reprogramming, testing, and commissioning of installations.
Support software migrations to newer versions and platforms.
Diagnose and resolve complex automation issues and breakdowns.
Provide technical leadership and mentoring to less experienced engineers.
Guide the team in structuring and future-proofing automation solutions.
Ensure proper documentation aligned with organisational standards.
Contribute to cybersecurity improvements at PLC level (passwords, certificates).
Technical profile requirements
Min. 7-10 years of experience as an Automation Engineer.
Experience in a similar environment
Proficiency in PLC programming and automation software.
Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of electrical systems, instrumentation, control technology, industrial networks, and automation hardware/software.
Strong expertise in Siemens S7 PLC and TIA Portal.
Experience with Siemens WinCC SCADA and upcoming transition to Ignition.
Familiarity with Sepasoft Batch Sequencer.
Solid understanding of ISA-88 and ISA-95 standards, including batch process control and data structures.
Cybersecurity awareness at PLC level is a plus.
Non-Technical profile requirements
Strong communication skills to convey technical concepts clearly.
Ability to work independently and systematically.
Willingness to support and train team members.
High availability and presence onsite, especially during the onboarding phase.
Methodology/Certification requirements
Minimum bachelor's degree in Electromechanics with a specialization in Process Automation or equivalent experience.