Reelance Automation Engineer (Siemens) – East Flanders
Contract: Freelance (6 months + extension)
Location: East Flanders (primarily onsite)
Start: Flexible (pipeline projects upcoming)
About the Role
We are supporting a well-established industrial production company in East Flanders that is investing heavily in automation and process optimisation across multiple production lines.
Due to an increase in upcoming projects, they are looking to bring in an experienced Freelance Automation Engineer to support ongoing and new automation initiatives.
This is a hands-on role where you will play a key part in developing, optimising, and integrating automation systems within a complex production environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop, program, and optimise PLC systems using Siemens S7 / TIA Portal
* Work on end-to-end automation projects (design → implementation → commissioning)
* Support integration of machinery into unified production lines
* Troubleshoot and resolve automation and electrical issues on-site
* Collaborate with internal engineering teams and external suppliers
* Ensure systems comply with internal standards and industrial regulations
* Contribute to continuous improvement and process optimisation initiatives
What You Bring
* Strong experience as an Automation Engineer in industrial environments
* Proven expertise with Siemens (TIA Portal, S7)
* Experience with SCADA systems (e.g. WinCC, PCS7, or similar)
* Ability to work independently in a production / process-driven environment
* Experience with commissioning and troubleshooting on-site
* Strong understanding of industrial communication and system integration
* Dutch-speaking (essential for site communication)
Nice to Have
* Experience in food & beverage, chemicals, or process industries
* Knowledge of OT networks, safety standards (EN 60204-1, Machine Directive)
* Experience working with system integrators or multi-vendor environments
Why This Opportunity?
* Long-term project pipeline with extensions likely
* Opportunity to work on complex, large-scale automation projects
* High level of autonomy and technical ownership
* Stable industrial environment with ongoing investment in automation
If you're a freelance automation engineer open to your next project in East Flanders, feel free to reach out for more details.