English Control & Automation Engineer

Our customer is a family-owned company specializing in the design and construction of industrial energy plants. Since 1912, they’ve been turning biomass and industrial waste into clean energy, helping industries worldwide reduce their reliance on fossil fuels.

Their innovative solutions, including biomass boilers and recovered solid fuel (RSF) technology, support industries like agriculture, food processing, and wood production. They transform materials such as agricultural residues, recycled wood, and non-recyclable waste into useful energy sources like hot water, steam, and electricity. With operations around the world, they are known for our sustainable and cost-effective energy solutions, including CO₂ capture for reuse.

About the Role

As a Control & Automation Engineer, you’ll be the key player in automating energy projects. You’ll define the control philosophy for their energy plants and ensure seamless automation. This role reports to the Unit Manager.

What You´ll Do

• Take ownership of automation for assigned projects, working closely with design engineers and project managers.
• Develop process and control systems for biomass energy plants.
• Plan electrical drawings and PLC programming with the electrical design and programming team.
• Manage supplier quotations, purchase orders, and automation-related subcontracts.
• Define technical specifications and instrumentation for each project.
• Be the go-to person for automation topics, attending meetings and visiting sites at different project stages.
• Organize risk analysis and lead HAZOP meetings.
• Assist in automation-related project documentation, including P&ID, functional descriptions, and HMI manuals.
• Oversee external inspections for electrical and automation systems.
• Provide remote support for on-site teams during project commissioning.

What You Bring

• A master’s degree in electrotechnics, electromechanics, or equivalent experience.
• Basic knowledge of electrical design (Eplan), PLC (Siemens S7, TIA Portal, Rockwell), SCADA (WINCC, Intouch), and industrial networks.
• Passion for automation and eagerness to stay up to date with the latest trends.
• Strong technical communication skills and the ability to guide teams to successful project completion.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for short project visits.
• A collaborative mindset, excellent interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in English, other languages are a plus.

What We Offer

• A chance to work in an innovative, future-focused company with a global presence.
• Opportunities for growth and professional development in a supportive environment.
• The ability to take initiative, bring fresh ideas, and work on impactful automation projects.
• A dynamic team atmosphere with job stability and exciting international projects.

Location

Harelbeke, Belgium

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