Automation Engineer

[Applicants: Be among the first 25 applicants | Industry: Staffing and Recruiting, Food and Beverage Services, and Food and Beverage Manufacturing | Type: Contract | Level: Mid-Senior level] Freelance Automation Engineer – Food Manufacturing6-Month Contract + Extension | Belgium | Confidential ClientOn behalf of one of our clients in theBelgian food manufacturing sector, we are seeking an experiencedFreelance Automation Engineerto support automation and continuous improvement projects at site level. This is aninitial 6-month contract with a strong likelihood of extension.The role is suited to apractical, hands-on automation professionalwho enjoys working in a production environment and taking ownership of technical challenges from concept through to commissioning.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and implementautomation solutionsfor food production systemsImprove and optimiseexisting production lines and technical workflowsTranslatefunctional requirementsintoPLC/SCADA applicationsTest, commission, and support systemson siteConfigure and adjustdrives, sensors, and process instrumentationIntegratemachine safety and production safety requirementsProvide technical support and training tooperators and maintenance teamsCoordinate withengineering teams, contractors, and suppliersEnsure compliance withBelgian safety regulations, food standards, and quality requirementsAct as the technical point of contact within assigned projectsProfileTechnical background inAutomation, Electrical Engineering, or MechatronicsSolid experience inindustrial automation (PLC/SCADA)Experience in afood manufacturing environmentis a strong advantageClear communicator with astructured and solution-oriented approachHands-on, reliable, and proactiveComfortable working independently in aproduction-driven environmentFluent in Dutch, with working knowledge ofEnglish and FrenchAvailable to work on afreelance basis in BelgiumContract & OfferFreelance contractInitial duration of6 months with extensio...