Automation Engineer

As an Automation Engineer you play a crucial role in specifying, developing, implementing and maintaining control systems on our ships. Your expertise ensures that complex process and automation projects are completed successfully. This is done by working effectively with various stakeholders, colleagues and subcontractors, with the focus on translating and implementing sustainable technical systems on board.

• You are able to convert complex issues and operational needs into technical specifications and you draw up functional descriptions for both ship and control systems;
• You are adept at planning, coordinating and executing projects within established timelines and budgets. You are able to oversee the technical scope of the projects, identify and manage risks. You do this by using your technical knowledge of process control such as control technology, PLC control, SCADA systems, hydraulics and other relevant technologies that are used to monitor and manage industrial processes;
• You guarantee standardized working methods within the department and ensure that subcontractors work in accordance with department standards;
• You supervise and document acceptance tests at subcontractors. You are also involved in commissioning automation systems on board of our ships;
• You are innovative and open to exploring and implementing new technologies and methods.

YOUR WORKPLACE

You are part of the Process Control team with 9 other specialists. Our Process Control team falls under the Technology cluster within our Ship Management Department and is responsible for safe, efficient, sustainable systems on board of various ships. You work intensively with various disciplines within the Automation and Electrical Engineering team. This position is based at our head office in Rotterdam.

You are a driven person who can function independently within your own field. You are open to input and can collaborate effectively with other disciplines thanks to your communication skills. You are able to convey complex technical information in an understandable way to non-technical stakeholders and provide reports for management. Do you also meet the requirements below? Then apply by completing the form below!

• You have at least HBO working and thinking level;
• You have at least 5 years of relevant work experience in the field of automation;
• You master the English language, both spoken and written.

We offer you a position in which you will have an important contribution to our mission 'building a better world for future generations'. In addition, we offer you:

• A salary that matches your responsibilities and experience;
• Additional allowances for working on board / on project locations abroad;
• Travel allowance (€0.31 per km) and home office allowance (€2,15 per day);
• 32 leave days per year;
• Variable bonus;
• Pension scheme;
• Collective health insurance (optional);
• Flexible working from home policy, 2 days a week when working on a full-time basis;
• Extensive learning and (personal) development possibilities, including a wide range of online courses via Goodhabitz;
• You can join communities, like Young Van Oord, Van Oord Women and the Van Oord staff association;
• We organise several (sport) events, e.g. Winter sport, weekend of sailing, cycling and a motorcycle tour.

Interested? Then apply now using the application button!

Want to know more about and keep up to date with other vacancies within Van Oord? Come on board and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Vimeo & Facebook! #LI-KD1

As an Automation Engineer you play a crucial role in specifying, developing, implementing and maintaining control systems on our ships. Your expertise ensures that complex process and automation projects are completed successfully. This is done by working effectively with various stakeholders, colleagues and subcontractors, with the focus on translating and implementing sustainable technical systems on board.

• You are able to convert complex issues and operational needs into technical specifications and you draw up functional descriptions for both ship and control systems;
• You are adept at planning, coordinating and executing projects within established timelines and budgets. You are able to oversee the technical scope of the projects, identify and manage risks. You do this by using your technical knowledge of process control such as control technology, PLC control, SCADA systems, hydraulics and other relevant technologies that are used to monitor and manage industrial processes;
• You guarantee standardized working methods within the department and ensure that subcontractors work in accordance with department standards;
• You supervise and document acceptance tests at subcontractors. You are also involved in commissioning automation systems on board of our ships;
• You are innovative and open to exploring and implementing new technologies and methods.

YOUR WORKPLACE

You are part of the Process Control team with 9 other specialists. Our Process Control team falls under the Technology cluster within our Ship Management Department and is responsible for safe, efficient, sustainable systems on board of various ships. You work intensively with various disciplines within the Automation and Electrical Engineering team. This position is based at our head office in Rotterdam.

You are a driven person who can function independently within your own field. You are open to input and can collaborate effectively with other disciplines thanks to your communication skills. You are able to convey complex technical information in an understandable way to non-technical stakeholders and provide reports for management. Do you also meet the requirements below? Then apply by completing the form below!

• You have at least HBO working and thinking level;
• You have at least 5 years of relevant work experience in the field of automation;
• You master the English language, both spoken and written.

We offer you a position in which you will have an important contribution to our mission 'building a better world for future generations'. In addition, we offer you:

• A salary that matches your responsibilities and experience;
• Additional allowances for working on board / on project locations abroad;
• Travel allowance (€0.31 per km) and home office allowance (€2,15 per day);
• 32 leave days per year;
• Variable bonus;
• Pension scheme;
• Collective health insurance (optional);
• Flexible working from home policy, 2 days a week when working on a full-time basis;
• Extensive learning and (personal) development possibilities, including a wide range of online courses via Goodhabitz;
• You can join communities, like Young Van Oord, Van Oord Women and the Van Oord staff association;
• We organise several (sport) events, e.g. Winter sport, weekend of sailing, cycling and a motorcycle tour.

Interested? Then apply now using the application button!

Want to know more about and keep up to date with other vacancies within Van Oord? Come on board and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Vimeo & Facebook! #LI-KD1