Project Engineer Building Automation (temporary assignment)

At imec the Project Engineer Building Automation plays a crucial role in designing, implementing, and managing automated solutions for various projects within our organization. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, and you will manage the automatization part of the project. We are looking for a candidate with a strong background in building automation technologies, programming experience and a proactive approach to process optimization.

The assignment

• Provide specialized technical advice and support in industrial automation.
• Lead the automation part of projects (facility installations in office building environment).
• Prepare project plans, including milestones and deadlines.
• Draft and/or check detailed specifications, user requirements and functional descriptions, bills of quantities, P&IDs and as-built documentation.
• Design and implement automation solutions with a focus on PLC systems. (Knowledge of DCS systems is an asset)
• Follow up actively on automation projects, ensuring compliance with set specifications and deadlines.
• Maintain close contacts with suppliers, reviewing bids and selecting appropriate partners for automation components.
• Responsible for the budget of automation projects, where cost control and optimization are essential.
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams.
• Communicate clearly on the progress of automation projects.

Required knowledge and skills 

• Good knowledge of OT network construction and implementation.
• Bachelor or Master in automation, energy technology, control technology, HVAC, electrical engineering, electromechanics, or equivalent education/experience.
• Flexible and versatile professional with at least 3 years of experience in building automation.
• Programming feels natural to you, and you have a passion for smart buildings and automation.
• Strong communication skills, both internally and externally, with good insight into construction processes and parties involved.

What we offer

• Duration of the assignment: 12 months, extension possible
• Desired start date: As soon as possible
• Work regime: Full time, 5 days/week (40h)

Location

• imec Leuven

• Please note that working from home is not possible for this position, as the nature of the tasks involved requires being physically present in the office. We believe in fostering a vibrant and interactive work environment that promotes effective collaboration, creativity, and productivity.

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*For this temporary position, you can apply as a candidate, the employment is then through an employment agency or other third party. If you are a Freelancer (independent consultant) we also welcome your application. Consultant agencies that wish to present a candidate should contact Flexforce.

*Voor deze tijdelijke positie kan je solliciteren als kandidaat, de tewerkstelling is dan via een uitzendkantoor of een andere derde partij. Als je een Freelancer bent (zelfstandige consultant) verwelkomen wij ook jouw sollicitatie. Kantoren die een kandidaat wensen voor te stellen dienen contact op te nemen met Flexforce.