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Automation Engineer @ Reazn
AM.S04142
Function
Responsibilities
As an Automation Engineer, you are responsible for the management and optimization of automation systems within the production environment. You ensure that machine software remains up to date and that technical issues are resolved quickly and efficiently. In addition, you play a crucial role in improving existing processes and enhancing operational safety.
You support both the maintenance team and ongoing or new projects with your technical expertise and contribute to structured knowledge transfer within the company. You are also the first point of contact for automation-related issues and work proactively on structural solutions to prevent recurring problems.
Tasks
Troubleshooting & Support – 30%
- First-line support for malfunctions
- Active presence on the shop floor, coordination with production/maintenance
- Use of Topdesk ticketing system
Structural Problem Solving & Improvement Projects – 25%
- Solving recurring or complex problems with a long-term focus
- Collaborating with production and maintenance to improve efficiency and robustness of existing systems
- Creating work instructions to support the maintenance team (e.g., sensor calibration)
Management & Support of Automation Systems – 25%
- Management of existing machine software and automated systems
- Support for projects, upgrades, or new installations
- Acting as backup for Brecht Mahieu in the context of OT security
Documentation & Knowledge Management – 20%
- Creating technical manuals and work instructions
- Documenting electrical schematics and processes
- Supporting training and knowledge sharing initiatives
Profile
Experience and Background
- Initial relevant experience in the automation of industrial processes
- Knowledge of Siemens PLC/SCADA systems (S7, TIA, WINCC)
- Ability to interpret electrical schematics and perform troubleshooting
- Familiarity with Siemens frequency converters
- Knowledge of EPLAN is a plus
- Knowledge of other programming languages (C#, ASP.NET, HTML, JavaScript) is an asset
- Basic knowledge of databases (SQL) is a plus
Competencies
- Creative and proactive, with strong problem-solving skills
- A natural troubleshooter with a passion for innovation
- Flexible and able to quickly adapt to changing circumstances
- Capable of working independently and taking responsibility
- A true team player who supports colleagues in an autonomous and solution-oriented way, both within and outside their own department
Language Skills
The Automation Engineer has a good command of Dutch and English. Knowledge of French is a plus.
Offer
- The company has a strong focus on sustainability and circularity: “Working at REAZN = working for the planet”
- An attractive growth story with a long-term vision at its core
- Work with advanced machinery and the latest technologies
- An innovative environment where new projects and technological developments are continuously central
- REAZN has won several "Great Place to Work" awards
- In this role, you can make a meaningful contribution to the continued professionalization of the department and the company
- REAZN features a fast decision-making process (decision-making center is in Belgium) and an entrepreneurial mindset
- At REAZN, you work in an SME environment with an international scope
Keywords
Automation Engineer @ Reazn
The REAZN GROUP, founded in 1988, specializes in the production and recycling of tailor-made zinc alloys for the European market, primarily for applications in the automotive industry, construction sector, and other industrial markets.
Zinc, a crucial component in many products, can be infinitely recycled without any loss of quality. REAZN focuses on sustainable production and makes extensive use of secondary raw materials to minimize its environmental impact. They achieve this by recovering zinc units from both post-consumer goods and industrial by-products (closed-loop), contributing to a low ecological footprint. This positions them as a key player in the circular economy and in the upcycling of zinc scrap. REAZN sets itself apart from competitors who mainly source their raw materials from zinc ores (mining).
REAZN Belgium (Kruisem) is the headquarters and also the largest production entity of the group. With a production capacity of 120,000 tons of zinc alloys per year, this facility accounts for 85% of the group’s total production. In addition to Belgium, the group also has production sites in Luxembourg and the United Kingdom. The holding company is based in Luxembourg, which is also home to the group’s commercial activities.
The company employs 150 people and generates an annual turnover of approximately EUR 300 million. Its client portfolio includes around 400 customers, including major steel companies such as ArcelorMittal and numerous suppliers to the furniture, automotive, and construction industries.
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