Automation Engineer

Company Description

Job Description

About the role

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Automation Engineer with over 3 years of hands-on professional experience to join our engineering team. In this role, you will design, program, commission, and troubleshoot advanced industrial control systems.

The ideal candidate will have a strong experience with Siemens PLC systems and a good knowledge of industrial networking. Experience with Rockwell Automation platforms and low-voltage electrical/drive systems is highly desirable and will set you apart.

Key Responsibilities

This is a professional, permanent on-site role located at our facility. The core responsibilities include:

• PLC/HMI Programming: Design, develop, and implement control methodologies using Siemens S7 Step 7 and TIA Portal. Develop robust HMI/SCADA applications using WinCC.

• Network Architecture: Configure, optimize, and troubleshoot industrial networks, including Profinet, Profibus DP, Ethernet/IP, and Modbus TCP/IP.

• Network Infrastructure: Manage and configure industrial network switches to ensure secure, reliable data flow across the plant floor.

• Commissioning & Support: Lead or assist in the on-site testing, commissioning, and debugging of automated systems, ensuring minimal downtime.

• Cross-Platform Integration: (Where applicable) Support and integrate legacy or parallel systems using Rockwell Automation platforms.

• Collaboration: Work closely with electrical designers, project managers, and clients to deliver projects on time and within specification.

Qualifications

Required

• Experience: Minimum of 3+ years of proven professional experience as an Automation/Controls Engineer in an industrial environment.

• Siemens Expertise: Strong, demonstrable knowledge of Siemens S7-300/400/1200/1500 systems, TIA Portal, and WinCC (SCADA/Advanced/Comfort).

Preferred Qualifications (Plus Factors)

• Rockwell Automation: Hands-on experience with Rockwell Logix systems (Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000), FactoryTalk View SE (Distributed), and the broader FactoryTalk automation platform.

• Electrical Systems: Good working knowledge of low-voltage (LV) electrical systems, control panel design, and schematic reading.

• Drive Systems: Experience configuring and tuning Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and servo systems (e.g., Siemens Sinamics, Allen-Bradley PowerFlex).

• Industrial Networking: Solid understanding of industrial communication protocols: Profinet, Profibus DP, Ethernet/IP, and Modbus TCP/IP.

• Hardware Networking: Practical experience with industrial network switching, VLAN configuration, and network topology design.

• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for complex automation loops.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field (or equivalent verified field experience).

Additional Information

What we offer

Here's a glimpse of the great benefits you can expect:

• Comprehensive Financial & Health Security: Fully employer-funded group insurance, and Hospitalization insurance. Benefit from Meal Vouchers (€10), a Year-End Bonus, Seniority Bonus. Through our Cafeteria Plan, you can convert your senority days, year-end bonus and/or up to 10% of your gross monthly salary into personalized benefits — such as bicycle leasing, mobile devices, laptops, warrants, benefit cars, or other flexible options. We also offer a Solidarity Fund to support colleagues and families in times of loss.

• Time Off & Flexibility: Benefits include 20 days of paid annual leave, 10 public holidays, and 18 additional days of reduced hours. We offer flexible working hours (start between 7:00–9:00 AM, end between 3:30–6:00 PM) and teleworking opportunities for better work-life balance.

• Continuous Development: Develop your career through a Personal Development Plan, creating and maintaining your own talent profile, and participating in Dutch language courses. Access all Avery Dennison Learning & Development programs for the EMEA region. Our competency model guides your path, with assessments and feedback to help you build tailored learning.

• On-site & Community Perks: Take advantage of our commuting allowance (80km per day by car) or full public transport reimbursement. We offer free parking on-site and opportunities to participate in volunteer activities to support Non-Profit Organizations.

Why join Avery Dennison

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to a disability, please contact us to request an accommodation at Requestaccomodation@eu.averydennison.com. In the EMEA region, we foster an inclusive culture through active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) like Elevate, Unite, and our Mental Health group. Please visit our DE&I page to learn more about our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion approach.

Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring base salary range above represents what Avery Dennison reasonably expects to pay for this position as of the date of this posting. Actual salaries will vary within the range, and in some circumstances may be above or below the range, based on various factors including but not limited to a candidate’s relevant skills, experience, education and training, and location, as well as the job scope and complexity, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel required for the position, which may change depending on the candidate pool. Avery Dennison reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

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