Automation Engineer · On-site

Location:

Region: Antwerp
Country: Belgium

Role:

  • Industry: Engineering
  • Job Type: Contract / Freelance
Working Arrangement: On-site
Rate: Negotiable

Application Details:

Start Date: ASAP
Expiry Date: 31/03/2026
Job Reference: 13012623

Automation Engineer · On-site

Automation Engineer – Antwerp

 

Our client in Antwerp is expanding their automation capabilities and is looking for a skilled Automation Engineer who thrives on solving complex production challenges. If you’re passionate about optimising machines, improving processes, and working with cutting‑edge industrial tech, this is a role where you can make a real impact.

About the Opportunity

You’ll join a forward‑thinking production environment where automation is central to daily operations. Your mission is to troubleshoot issues, enhance machine performance, and drive continuous improvement across the plant. This is a hands‑on role for someone who enjoys diving into technical details and turning production lines into efficient, reliable systems.

 

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Tackling automation‑related production problems to reduce downtime and boost efficiency
  • Programming, modifying, and optimising Siemens PLCs using TIA Portal
  • Working with FANUC robots to refine paths, resolve errors, and improve performance
  • Supporting upgrades, retrofits, and commissioning of new automated equipment
  • Collaborating closely with production, maintenance, and engineering teams
  • Identifying bottlenecks and proposing smart, data‑driven improvements
  • Ensuring all automation work meets safety, quality, and operational standards
  • Documenting changes and technical insights clearly and consistently

What You Bring

  • Strong experience with Siemens PLCs
  • Solid proficiency in TIA Portal
  • Hands‑on experience with FANUC robots
  • A deep understanding of industrial automation and machine control
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced production environment
  • Clear communication skills and a collaborative mindset

Nice to Have

  • Experience with SCADA or HMI systems
  • Knowledge of industrial networks (Profinet, Profibus, Ethernet/IP)
  • Exposure to continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, OEE)
  • Familiarity with machine safety standards or safety PLCs

If this role is of interest to you, submit your CV below.

 

g2 Recruitment are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law.

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L&D Team

We are very lucky that g2 recruitment see Learning and Development as a vital part of a consultants journey which is why we have 4 people in the team who you will work very closely with from day 1 in your career. The team are on hand to guide you through your career at all levels and provide extra support working closely with the management team to give all consultants the best chance of success.  

Our Three Pillars of Training

Academy:
Week 1 is a series of remote sessions to learn all things systems, followed by a 1 week academy process which is a mixture of classroom and deskside this will be in one of our UK offices and usually consists of 3-8 other consultants all starting their journey together.

Experienced Modules:
These are a variety of sessions curated by us designed to support consultants as they are progressing through the career ladder, the aim is to ensure consultants at all levels have access to L&D.

Junior Management Programme:
Ran by our head of L&D this programme is designed to support junior managers as they start their management career. This involves things like personal branding, time management and ends in a business plan which is presented to members of the Exec board and senior management team.

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Jaz D’Avola
Head of Learning & Development

Jaz joined g2 Recruitment in 2013.

She now leads our Learning and Development programme, transferring the knowledge and wisdom she learnt as a recruiter to the new generation of talent.

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Imani WIlliams
Learning and Development Consultant

Imani joined g2 Recruitment in 2022.

His role involves developing individuals in all areas of the business, varying from inducting and onboarding consultants to working with them 1 to 1 to identify areas of development.  He aids with growth of L&D across the business, watching consultants experience and develop.

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Meghan Mcloughlin
Learning and Development Consultant

Meghan joined g2 in 2023 as an L&D consultant, Working in recruitment for 6 years, her role is to  help consultants at all levels to upskill and focus on development points. This could be anything from sales calls or candidate calls to organisation improvements.

Kane Gray
Systems & Academy Trainer

Kane joined g2 in April 2023 as an Academy & Systems Trainer.

His role involves teaching the consultants that are new to the company the foundations of recruitment and our systems before then helping them to upskill in areas specific to each consultant. Working closely with different consultants and watching them implement the feedback, apply it, and then benefit off the back of it.

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