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Automation Engineer in the Netherlands

On-site in Hapert·Added 3 months ago (last checked 22 Oct)

VDL Groep

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Our summary

Work mode
On-site, Hapert
Languages
Dutch

Skills

VDL Groep is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in the Netherlands.

This job advert was originally written in Dutch.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • A completed education in the field of Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Automation, or similar;
  • Experience with or interest in production automation, robotics, and process optimization;
  • Knowledge of 3D software packages;
  • A proactive, practical, and result-oriented attitude;
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to coordinate projects;
  • Good command of the Dutch and English languages.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • A 1-year contract with a view to permanent employment;
  • 25 vacation days and 13 ADV days;
  • An annual profit-sharing scheme;
  • Plenty of opportunities for education, training, and personal development;
  • Collective benefits such as discounts on your health insurance, VDL products, and a PC and bicycle plan;
  • Fun staff parties, activities, and outings.

The role

What will you do?

As an Automation Engineer at VD Leegte Metaal, you will work on challenging automation projects that contribute to more efficient, smarter, and future-proof production. This includes the further development of welding robot cells, the automation of pressing processes, and the optimization of the supply and removal of parts within CNC production lines.

What you'll do

  • Analyzing production processes and identifying opportunities for improvement and automation;
  • Developing, supervising, and realizing automation projects, together with colleagues or external partners;
  • Coordinating, monitoring, and overseeing the progress, planning, and results of projects;
  • Programming and optimizing robots and cobots;
  • Following and applying new developments in the fields of robotics, mechatronics, and production automation.

During your onboarding period

During your onboarding period, you will be given the time to get to know the company better during several shadowing days in various departments. This will quickly give you insight into our processes and technical challenges, and you will also get to know your new colleagues quickly.

We offer

In addition to a challenging position within our informal, innovative family business, we offer you good employment conditions in accordance with the Metaal & Techniek collective labor agreement.

Additional information

https://www.youtube.com/embed/2xYD8Zfw0dY?si=cBzsjIZOfw47laUe

Interested?

Hiring process

Do you want to contribute to innovative automation solutions within a modern production environment? Then apply directly for the position of Automation Engineer at VD Leegte Metaal in Hapert. Even if you do not meet all the job requirements, we would love to receive your CV and motivation.

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