Vacancy

Junior Automation Engineer

Location: Deinze, East Flanders, Belgium Specialisation: Engineering Salary: € 2.800 - € 3.200 bruto / month Contracttype: Indefinite time Hours: 40 hrs/week Work ritme: Day

Function

As a Junior Automation Engineer, you will help to automate new machines and systems. You will be involved in the entire automation cycle: from PLC programming and SCADA to testing, commissioning and providing support to international clients.

As a Junior Automation Engineer, you will be responsible for:

  • Programming PLC controls for new machines
  • Developing and configuring SCADA applications
  • Programming in accordance with the machine’s functional specification
  • Carrying out final functional tests prior to delivery
  • Providing support for upgrades and service calls on existing machines
  • Working with electrical engineers and project managers to select PLC and network components
  • Aligning automation planning within ongoing projects
  • International travel to provide support with the installation and commissioning of machinery (approximately 30%)

Profile

For this role, we are looking for an enthusiastic engineer who is keen to get to grips with industrial automation. You have an analytical mind, are a quick learner and enjoy collaborating on technical projects.

As a Junior Automation Engineer, you will have:

  • Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation or a similar course
  • A keen interest in PLC programming and industrial automation
  • Knowledge of electrical diagrams and the ability to read and interpret them
  • An interest in SCADA systems and machine control
  • An affinity for programming languages such as .NET, C++, C# or SQL is an advantage
  • An independent, structured and problem-solving approach to work
  • A hands-on approach and a customer-focused attitude
  • Willingness to travel internationally (approximately 30% both within and outside Europe)
  • Good knowledge of English

Organisation

You will be joining an international developer and manufacturer of high-tech machinery and process solutions for advanced industrial coating technology. The organisation develops innovative automation solutions and complete production lines that are used worldwide in sectors including the energy, glass, battery, electronics and other high-tech industries.

Offer

As a Junior Automation Engineer, you can expect:

  • Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
  • Hospitalisation insurance
  • Group insurance
  • Meal vouchers of €10 per day worked
  • Cafeteria plan
  • Possibility of bicycle leasing
  • Culture vouchers at the end of the year
  • Comprehensive training programme and personalised mentoring scheme
  • An international and innovative working environment
  • Regular after-work get-togethers, sports activities, summer barbecues and other staff events
  • Full-time contract of 40 hours per week
  • 20 statutory days’ leave + 12 ADV days (32 days’ leave per year)
  • A modern and easily accessible working environment close to major access roads
  • A company car is not included in the remuneration package

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    Vacancy last modified: 21 augustus 2026

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    FAQ about this vacancy

    Wat is het salaris voor deze job?

    €2,800 - €3,200 gross/month

    Waar is deze job gelegen?

    Deinze, East Flanders, Belgium

    Welk type contract is dit?

    Indefinite time

    Hoeveel uren per week werk je in deze functie?

    40 hrs/week

    Met wie kan ik contact opnemen over deze vacature?

    Contact: Farah Moussaoui
    Office: Technical Engineering Ghent
    E-mail: farah.moussaoui@ctrl-f.be
    Telefoon: 09 241 87 96