PLC Project Engineer
Location: Netherlands | Ireland | Germany (Hybrid with European travel)
About the Opportunity
Our client is a fast-growing, independent system integrator delivering large-scale automation projects across Europe.
They are expanding their European team and seeking a
Project Engineer with strong PLC programming expertise (ideally with Rockwell PLC's, but open to Schneider or Siemens controllers too)
This role blends
hands-on engineering
with
project leadership
.
You'll design automation systems, lead small-to-medium technical teams, and act as the primary technical contact for clients.
For the right person, it's also a
pathway into Project Management
while staying close to the technology.
The Role
* Lead the technical delivery of automation projects (teams of 4-10 engineers).
* Configure and program Rockwell
PLCs
(
ControlLogix and CompactLogix
).
* Work with
PlantPAx
and
FactoryTalk
where applicable; experience with Siemens, Schneider, AVEVA, or Ignition is also valuable and transferable.
* Translate functional requirements into system design and configuration.
* Design
control system architectures
and
network strategies
.
* Select instrumentation and automation equipment.
* Oversee
control panel design
with CAD team support.
* Write and execute
system test scripts
to verify configuration.
* Support Project Managers with
scope management and change orders
.
* Travel across Europe (~50% annually, in structured rotations e.g. 4 weeks onsite / 1 week home).
What We're Looking For
* Engineering degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Computer, or related).
* 5+ years' experience in automation engineering.
* 2+ years leading technical projects or project management (scope, financials, change orders).
* Deep PLC knowledge - (ideally with Rockwell Controllers, but also Schneider and Siemens experience is valuable).
* Fluent English (C1/C2); Dutch is a plus, not required.
* EU citizenship required
(for unrestricted travel/work across Europe).
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary
:
* €60,000 - €85,000 depending on experience.
* Flexibility up to €95,000 for highly experienced candidates.
On-Site Benefits
:
* Per diem allowance
: €70-€110/day (non-taxable, varies by country).
* Extended on-site bonus
: €50/day (taxable) after 10+ consecutive working days onsite.
Travel & Expenses
:
* Full reimbursement for client-related travel.
Work Environment
:
* Project led role with structured travel rotations.
Why This Role?
* A
clear career path into Project Management
while staying technical.
* Opportunity to work on
high-profile European automation projects
, especially in the fast-growing
data center sector
.
* Join a collaborative international team with strong technical expertise.
* Exposure to multiple industries and automation platforms.
Apply Now
If you're a
PLC engineer
ready to step into a broader project leadership role, I'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact me directly for a confidential discussion.