Controls Project Engineer

Are you excited about designing, programming, and testing PLC software? Ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic, international environment and make real impact?

As a Controls Project Engineer, you will design and program PLC controls for material handling systems from our office in Veghel. You work on a project basis, ensuring high-quality standards are met.

During the engineering phase, you collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary project team to deliver the Functional Specification. After this phase, you take ownership of the detailed design, programming, and testing of the PLC software.

Once engineering is completed, you will travel to customer sites worldwide to commission the conveyor systems. During this phase, you:

• Perform functional testing of PLC hardware and software
• Integrate PLC software into the overall control system
• Support customer acceptance testing

Throughout the project, you monitor budget and timelines and take action where needed.

Your department

You will be part of the Project Engineering department within the Domain Distributie. This department is responsible for the global execution of warehousing projects, where mechanical, electromechanical, and controls components are integrated into our material handling systems.

Your profile

• Bachelor’s degree (HBO) in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Automation, Computer Science, or Controls Technology
• Strong analytical skills
• Proactive, hands-on, and pragmatic mindset
• Experience with PLC applications (TIA Portal)
• Ability to manage deadlines and communicate progress effectively
• Willingness to travel internationally (up to 50%)
• Strong command of English; Dutch is preferred

What we offer

In the challenging and responsible position of Controls Project Engineer, you will have the chance to make a significant contribution to industry-leading projects and be connected to our dedicated people and customers. We offer a position in an informal, international, and professional working environment with plenty of room for personal development. By joining our profitable and growing company, you will be able to reach your goals and focus on your future.

• 40 vacation days (20 statutory + 20 via flexible budget)
• Hybrid working model (40% from home)
• Health & Wellbeing budget (€300 per year)
• Travel allowance (including full public transport reimbursement)
• Pension scheme and healthcare discount
• On-site gym and health facilities
• Extensive training via Vanderlande Academy
• International, informal working environment with growth opportunities

Background screening

For this position it is possible that a background screening will be conducted. This screening can include checks such as verification of identity, qualifications or other relevant records, which may include criminal background or sanctions list checks, in accordance with our internal policies and applicable laws. Any job offer may be extended under the condition that the screening does not give reason to reconsider the hiring decision.