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We are looking for an Automation Expert (PLC/SCADA Systems) to support the management, maintenance, security and modernization of critical industrial automation systems within a highly critical operational environment.
The role focuses on Operational Technology (OT) systems supporting bridge and lock control installations, including PLCs, SCADA platforms, industrial communication networks and cybersecurity compliance.
The consultant will contribute to the reliability, continuity and security of business-critical infrastructure while supporting ongoing modernization initiatives and cybersecurity improvements.
Your missions:
- Manage Operational Technology (OT) systems used for bridge and lock automation.
- Ensure the maintenance, reliability, and security of critical industrial automation systems.
- Support the ongoing modernization of automation infrastructures.
- Implement and reinforce Cyber Security measures in compliance with NIS and NIS2 requirements.
- Perform updates, upgrades, and patch management of OT assets.
- Modify, optimize, and maintain PLC and SCADA applications.
- Contribute to the operational continuity of critical infrastructure systems.
- Work entirely on-site in a highly regulated industrial environment.
Your activities:
OT Systems Administration & Maintenance
- Administration and maintenance of bridge and lock control systems.
- Management of Operational Technology platforms and associated infrastructure.
- Monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization of industrial automation systems.
Cybersecurity
- Implementation of cybersecurity measures aligned with NIS and NIS2 directives.
- Security hardening of OT environments.
- Support compliance initiatives related to critical infrastructure protection.
Lifecycle Management & Patching
- Updating and patching:
- PLC systems
- I/O systems
- Sensors
- Industrial PCs
- SCADA software
- Engineering software
- OPC platforms (Kepware)
- Variable speed drives
- UPS systems
- Variable message traffic boards
- Related automation components
PLC Engineering
- PLC program modifications.
- Hardware configuration management.
- Communication setup and maintenance between PLCs and third-party systems.
- Troubleshooting and optimization of PLC architectures.
SCADA Engineering
- SCADA system configuration and maintenance.
- Development and modification of SCADA applications.
- Setup and maintenance of communications with PLC systems.
- Management of redundant SCADA architectures.
Industrial Networking
- Configuration and management of industrial network infrastructure.
- Network topology implementation and maintenance.
- Support of communication and connectivity between OT systems.
You have the following skills:
MandatoryAutomation & OT Experience
- Demonstrable experience in industrial automation technologies or similar environments.
- Minimum 10 years of relevant experience.
- Expert-level understanding of industrial control systems.
Siemens Step 7 Classic
- Minimum 5 years of experience.
- Hardware configuration (HW Config).
- NetPro configuration.
- Communication setup between systems.
Siemens TIA Portal
- Minimum 2 years of experience.
- Hardware system setup.
- Network topology design.
- System interconnections and communications.
Siemens WinCC V7/V8 (minimum version 7.4)
- Minimum 2 years of experience.
- Hardware configuration of redundant systems.
- PLC-to-SCADA communication setup.
- Station Configurator.
Education
- Higher education (Bachelor or Master) or equivalent experience.
- Degree in Electromechanics, Automation, or equivalent proven experience.
Languages
- Fluent Dutch
- Technical English.
PreferredSiemens Industrial Networking
- Minimum 5 years of experience.
- Configuration of Siemens industrial switches.
- VLAN configuration.
Advanced Siemens Industrial Networking
- Minimum 5 years of experience.
- Siemens industrial firewalls.
- VPN configuration.
- Bridging and routing.
- Secure industrial network architectures.
Advanced Siemens Step 7 Classic
- Minimum 10 years of experience.
- Redundant Siemens S7-400H (FH) PLC systems.
- Advanced communication architectures.
- Redundancy management.
Advanced Siemens WinCC
- WinCC V7/V8 (minimum v7.4).
- Redundant SCADA architectures.
- Advanced PLC integration.
- High-availability configurations.
Work Environment
The assignment is performed within an environment characterized by:
- Critical infrastructure operations.
- Bridge and lock automation systems.
- High-tech industrial automation.
- Strong focus on cybersecurity.
- Service continuity requirements.
- Strict regulatory and compliance constraints.
- Full-time on-site presence.
- High-availability and business-critical operational context.
- You have at least 10 years of professional experiences in IT
- If you are at least fluent in FR/ENG or NL/ENG it’s best
- You’re eager to learn, motivated and curious
- Let’s have a chat !
- Hospitalization insurance (partner/children incl.)
- Group insurance
- Dental insurance (partner/children included)
- 20 days statutory paid vacations (legal vacations cumulated for 1 year of work)
- 11 days recovery time work 38/40 per year (= annual average: 1 day per 20 days worked) if the client asks you to work 8h/day
- Representation fee net per month.
- Internet fee of € 40 per month.
- Company car with national fuel card OR Public transport reimbursed OR mobility package.
- Daily fee of 5.50€ net /day provided.
- Subscription GSM unlimited calls for Belgium (ITS subscription)
- Training plan (e-learning - certification at ITS charge)
Extra advantages:
- Being a rather small team in BE (6 in back-office), we’re very close to each of our consultants and we differentiate ourselves trying to really take care of you and make you grow with us and within our different clients.
- Regular follow-up (every 3 to 6months depending on your needs/will)
- Regular teambuilding to meet-up and have fun (every 3 months more or less)
- Flexibility and trust
- Benefits of still being part to a bigger group (ITS Group) and having access to resources and of a larger team of Experts
- Co-optation system because sharing is caring!
- 1st pre-screening on the phone to discuss about your search and conditions and our first potential opportunities matching.
- Job descriptions sent and Teams meeting fixed with us (HR and Sales) to dig into your experience and the role.
- Package proposal so we all agree beforehand.
- Your CV is sent to the different clients you’ve agreed to, to find the best mission for you!
