Job description
Mission
As our onsite Automation Engineer specialist, you'll lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of automation solutions for our highly automated medical device distribution hub. You'll be the technical expert ensuring our operations remain efficient, compliant, and innovative while working with state-of-the-art technologies.
Key Responsibilities
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Weekend Maintenance Leadership: Execute planned maintenance, upgrades, and deployments during designated weekends to ensure zero business disruption
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Project Lifecycle Management: Support DC equipment project automation from design through operational stabilization, coordinating with regional engineering and cross-functional teams
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WCS Optimization: Enhance Warehouse Control System deployments, manage technical escalations, and implement sustainable fixes with integrators and vendors
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Technology Integration: Introduce advanced technologies including:
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AI/ML-driven automation systems
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AMR/AGV fleet management
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Machine vision & inspection systems
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Cyber-physical systems & IoT architectures
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Compliance & Standards: Ensure all automation projects meet cybersecurity, data privacy, and safety regulations
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Strategic Partnership: Collaborate with J&J technology organizations (ISRM, JJT, TQ) to align WCS requirements with infrastructure and security plans
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Innovation Leadership: Stay current with Industry 4.0 trends and smart manufacturing best practices
Required Qualifications
Experience: 4-6 years in automation engineering, robotics, or industrial digitalization
Technical Expertise:
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Strong understanding of emerging technologies:
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3D printing applications
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AI/Machine Learning implementation
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Vision systems integration
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AMR/AGV systems deployment
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IoT sensors and edge computing
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Programming proficiency in Python, Java, or C++
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Experience with automation frameworks and IoT platforms
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Data analytics capabilities for manufacturing datasets
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Computer System Validation (CSV) & SDLC documentation
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Microsoft.NET ASP & Windows applications or JAVA equivalents
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Controls/Automation systems: PLC, HMI, SCADA, OEE, Warehouse Control Systems
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IQ/OQ/PQ validation plans and engineering change control
Soft Skills:
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Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities
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Strong documentation and report writing capabilities
Preferred Qualifications
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Master's degree in Engineering, IT, Automation, or related field
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Experience in highly automated manufacturing/distribution environments (GMP/regulatory preferred)
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Familiarity with Rockwell PLCs, industrial robotics, OEE tools, and industrial data centers
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Six Sigma Green Belt certification
Language Requirements
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Required: Fluency in French and English
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Preferred: Knowledge of Dutch
Why joining us?
Rapid growth: Amaris has doubled its workforce in Belgium in two years, providing numerous growth opportunities for employees.
Prestigious projects: Candidates will work with renowned clients in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and European institutions sectors on impactful missions.
International environment: An agile and dynamic structure promotes intrapreneurship and meritocracy, with international exposure at the heart of Europe.
Amaris Consulting is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to promoting diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. For this purpose, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age, marital status, disability, or other characteristics.
Who are we?
Amaris Consulting is an independent technology consulting firm providing guidance and solutions to businesses. With more than 1,000 clients across the globe, we have been rolling out solutions in major projects for over a decade – this is made possible by an international team of 7,600 people spread across 5 continents and more than 60 countries. Our solutions focus on four different Business Lines: Information System & Digital, Telecom, Life Sciences and Engineering. We’re focused on building and nurturing a top talent community where all our team members can achieve their full potential. Amaris is your steppingstone to cross rivers of change, meet challenges and achieve all your projects with success.At Amaris, we strive to provide our candidates with the best possible recruitment experience. We like to get to know our candidates, challenge them, and be able to give them proper feedback as quickly as possible. Here's what our recruitment process looks like:
Brief Call: Our process typically begins with a brief virtual/phone conversation to get to know you! The objective? Learn about you, understand your motivations, and make sure we have the right job for you!
Interviews (the average number of interviews is 3 - the number may vary depending on the level of seniority required for the position). During the interviews, you will meet people from our team: your line manager of course, but also other people related to your future role. We will talk in depth about you, your experience, and skills, but also about the position and what will be expected of you. Of course, you will also get to know Amaris: our culture, our roots, our teams, and your career opportunities!
Case study: Depending on the position, we may ask you to take a test. This could be a role play, a technical assessment, a problem-solving scenario, etc.
As you know, every person is different and so is every role in a company. That is why we have to adapt accordingly, and the process may differ slightly at times. However, please know that we always put ourselves in the candidate's shoes to ensure they have the best possible experience.
We look forward to meeting you!