Functieomschrijving

As a Software Automation Engineer you will offer specialized programming expertise. You will be one of the key persons tying together all high tech technologies involved to create our machines: motion, data acquisition, RF, Robotics, electronics,…

In this role, you will:

• Create robust programs and sequences to control multi-station machines to perform tasks like pick and place, dispensing, product testing, precision assembly and product handling
• Program, debug and maintain structured text code on multiple PLC platforms (Beckhoff, Omron)
• Develop code that is structured, well organized, modular, maintainable, documented and reusable
• Setup and tune complex servo-controlled motion systems.
• Implement machine safety functionalities in the safety PLC in cooperation with the electrical engineers
• Participate in the initial concept development of new machines. Determine the software architecture based on input from the mechanical and electrical team.
• IO testing, commissioning, validation and installation of the machines
• Work together with machine vision engineers, test software engineers and together develop a state-of-the-art software platform
• Be open to travel (20%)

Functie-eisen

• A Bachelor or Master degree from an accredited engineering or physics program
• Extensive experience in Beckhoff (preferred) or other PLC platforms (Siemens, Omron, …), 3 – 5 years of relevant experience
• Structured Text (IEC 61131-3) programming skills
• Knowledge of object-oriented programming
• Experience with other programming languages like Python, LabVIEW, C++ is a plus
• Affinity with pneumatics, electrics and mechanics needed for machine automation
• Knowledge of robot programming is a plus
• Polyglot: You are fluent (written & oral) in English 
• Passion for Technology: You like technical challenges, and can quickly acquire knowledge of new technologies
• Hands-on: You are 'hands-on' and result oriented
• Team player: You can work independent and in a team
• Problem Solver: You focus on solutions instead of problems, your keen eye for detail will certainly help you with this

Arbeidsvoorwaarden

• A multinational high-tech work environment
• Working in a multidisciplinary team: electrical, mechanical, industrial, software engineers
• Team spirit, fun and passion for technology
• Flexible work hours
• Development and training opportunities
• Attractive salary package including benefits
• We are a fair company