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Production Automation System Engineer

Van Oord

Rotterdam
Contractor
Posted on: July 29 2026

As a System Engineer, you are responsible for the design, migration of existing functionality, and integration of the new PLC system into Van Oord’s automation landscape. You will work closely with a team of around 10 colleagues to establish the right software structure. Key elements include a uniform and intuitive setup, standardization, flexibility, and maintainability.

You will have the freedom to explore and evaluate different options and solutions within the department. In addition, you will collaborate with the (OT) software department to ensure the new platform can be properly integrated. You will develop tooling around the platform and document standards and ways of working for the rest of the department.

YOUR IMPACT
  • System architecture: What does a robust, scalable, and maintainable PLC landscape look like?
  • Functional migration: How do you translate existing functionality to the new platform without compromising reliability?
  • Technical standards: Which programming principles, libraries, and structures ensure uniformity and reusability?
  • Future readiness: How do you ensure the platform is flexible enough for future expansions?
  • Design and implement software modules within the new PLC platform;
  • Analyze and translate existing functionality into the new system;
  • Prepare technical documentation and migration plans;
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers;
  • Test, validate, and support commissioning activities.
ABOUT YOU
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s level (HBO/WO) in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Automation, or similar;
  • Experience with PLC programming (e.g. Siemens, Beckhoff, Allen-Bradley, Bachmann);
  • Knowledge of (PLC) software architecture and its implementation;
  • Affinity with industrial automation and production environments;
  • Strong analytical skills and a structured way of working;
  • Good communication skills in both Dutch and English.
WE OFFER
  • A salary aligned with your responsibilities and experience;
  • Attractive travel allowance (€0.31 per km) and work-from-home allowance (€2.15 per day);
  • Additional allowances for working on board or at project locations abroad;
  • 32 vacation days (up to 7 collective);
  • A variable bonus, partly depending on company results;
  • An attractive pension scheme;
  • Option for collective health insurance (Van Oord covers your supplementary package);
  • Flexible remote working policy (up to 2 days from home on a full-time basis);
  • Extensive development opportunities, including access to a comprehensive online academy via GoodHabitz;
  • Communities to join, such as Young Van Oord, Van Oord Women, and the staff association;
  • Various events and sports activities, including winter sports, sailing weekends, cycling, and motorcycling.
About Van Oord
Van Oord logo

We create a better world for future generations by delivering Marine ingenuity.

We are a Dutch family-owned company with over 150 years of experience as an international marine contractor. We value open communication with our clients and stakeholders. Our company culture is one of entrepreneurship and engaged employees. We think and act with responsibility and focus on the long term. Our purpose is to create a better world for future generations by delivering Marine ingenuity.

Facts about

  • Number of employees: 4500

  • Sectors: Inland shipping, Civil, Dredging, Energy, Marine Energy, Maritime, Offshore, Oil & Gas, Wind, Shipping

  • Preferred educational level: intermediate vocational education, higher vocational education, university

  • Career level: student, starter & traineeship (0-3 years), young professional (3-5 years), professional (5-10 years), senior professional (>10 years)

  • Preferred education: Civil engineering, offshore & dredging engineering, mechanical engineering, maritime technology, shipbuilding, maritime officer

  • Open vacancies: Superintendent, Technical Superintendent, Project Manager, Project Engineer, Engineer, Logistics Engineer, Procurement Officer, Offshore Construction Manager, QHSE manager