Controls Engineer

As a Controls Engineer at IMS, you are responsible for designing, programming, and testing the control systems in our machines. You work closely with other engineers on the technical design and flowcharts, after which you program the software yourself. You then test the system together with the team and are also involved in the installation at the customer’s site.

Controls Engineer coding software
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Almelo
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€ 3.000 - € 5.000
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bachelor+
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1 year+

What you'll be doing

You design technical and functional systems based on project requirements, program the software (including PLCs), and carry out testing. You work in a multidisciplinary team on projects for customers or for internal development.

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You bring

  • You have a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Automation, Systems & Controls, Mechatronics or a related field.
  • Experience with automation is a plus.
  • You are results-oriented and work well independently.
  • You have a good command of both Dutch and English.
  • You’re inventive and collaborate effectively with fellow engineers.

We offer

  • Gross monthly salary between €3,000 and €5,000.
  • Challenging and complex engineering projects.
  • 40 vacation days under the Metalektro collective labor agreement.
  • Training budgets to support your ongoing development.
  • Participation in sports events and company fitness.
  • An enthusiastic and active staff association.
  • A fun, reliable team you can count on.
  • An in-house cafeteria with low-cost meals.

We also offer flexible working hours. In consultation, hybrid and location-independent work is often possible.

Your work as a Controls Engineer

You typically work on one major project at a time, sometimes alongside smaller ones. Together with Mechanical Engineers and System Integrators, you develop the software. You’re involved from the initial design phase all the way through to installation at the customer’s site.

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Controls Engineer working on Software

“If you enjoy programming PLCs and thrive in a multidisciplinary team where you need to clearly communicate the importance of controls, then this is the job for you.”

Dennis Meijerink, Group Leader Controls Engineering

Any questions about this vacancy?

We’d be happy to talk with you by phone or email if you have any questions.

Application procedure

We aim to respond as quickly as possible. If you’re unsure whether your message has reached us, feel free to follow up.

Step one telephone
We'll contact you shortly to go over your application
Step two first talk
You'll have an introductory conversation with our recruiter and the department manager
Step three second talk
Next, you'll meet some of the engineers you'll be working with, giving both sides a chance to get to know each other better
Step 4 congratulations
If it feels like a good match on both sides, we'll make you a job offer

Apply for this position

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