As the world and the way people live is changing, we at Bekaert believe it’s our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. With a 140+ year old heritage of excellence, innovation, and a future-focused mindset, we strive to create value for our customers and society. We aim to do this through innovative solutions and sustainable practices. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of steel wire transformation and coatings whilst also leveraging our expertise to develop innovative solutions with new materials and services in a safe, smart, and sustainable way. Our focus extends to markets such as new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy.
As a dynamic and growing company with over 19 000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and € 3,7 billion in combined revenue in 2025, we are looking for someone like you to join our team as we continue to shape a safer, more efficient, and connected world!
Bekaert Engineering is looking for ambitious engineers that are willing to think out-of-the box to develop new prototypes and use their determination to finish projects to great customer satisfaction.
Responsible for supporting equipment design engineers in the development of design concepts and solutions
As an automation engineer you will be working on innovative automation projects in the Handling & Robotics Domain together with other mechanical, electrical design engineers and technology experts. We offer a broad spectrum of projects: logistical solutions for our internal product flows, robotization of difficult/non-ergonomic manual labor, development of solutions for automatic quality control, … (eg: mobile AGVs with robots on top to collect and deliver spools).
You contribute to the continuous improvement of our technology and to new developments. With your knowledge and commitment, you will grow into a global expert who helps to realize important design projects in a team and supports our plants.
Bekaert Engineering is a part of the Bekaert NV group. The teams are mostly located in Belgium and China but is responsible for the development of new machines and prototypes being used around the world in our plants. You will be part of this global team, but stationed in our highly automated factory in Spain. You will be responsible for co-developing the solutions with the global team, implementing these solutions in our Spanish factory as well as spreading these solutions worldwide to our other production plants.
- Knowledge of the C programming language
- Knowledge of Rockwell/Beckhoff platform
- AGV and robotics experience
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in equipment design techniques.
- CAD Skills: Competence in design software.
- Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills.
- Attention to Detail: Precision in design work.
- Collaboration: Working with engineers and designers.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of design standards.
- Communication: Clear communication skills.
- Minimum 1-3 years of experience in equipment design or a related field within engineering
Master degree in Industrial engineering control technology / automation / mechatronics
Experience with IEC 61131-3 PLC programming languages (Structured Text), drive/motion technology and industrial networks
Able to make visits to foreign engineering entities or production factories, travelling for negotiations with colleagues & external partners, commissioning machines, …
Knowledge of English language
You are an analytic, creative and problem solving team player
We're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team!
At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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