Expertise en Automation et gestion d'équipe - EN / FR - 70% Mons & 30 % déplacements dans le monde
Location: Mons, Belgium — with 30% international travel Contract: Permanent (CDI) Department: Flow Control – Robot Casting Technology (RCT) Reports to: Global Engineering Manager Team: 6–8 engineers (VIEs and permanent staff)
About the Company Our client is a global leader in engineering services and technical solutions, serving heavy industries worldwide. Their Automation Department, based in Hainaut (Mons), designs and delivers cutting-edge automated equipment for industrial process control applications. To strengthen their team, they are looking for a Robot Casting Technology Automation Manager to lead the development and deployment of robotic systems for continuous steel casting.
Your Mission As Automation Manager, you will: • Lead and develop a team of 6-8 automation engineers working on complex OEM-scale robotic integration projects and foster their development through coaching and evaluations. • Manage the full lifecycle of automation projects: from R&D and design to programming, testing, and international commissioning. • Coordinate project planning, resource allocation, and technical execution from basic engineering to on-site commissioning. • Collaborate closely with Mechanical Engineering, R&D, Purchasing, QMS, Workshop, and Project Management to ensure system performance and on-time delivery. • Provide hands-on technical support and contribute directly to engineering tasks when needed. • Travel internationally (Brazil, China, Czech Republic, USA, Mexico, South Korea) for commissioning and technical support (2–4 weeks per trip, ~30% travel). • Promote best practices, design standards, and continuous improvement methodologies. • Track KPIs and ensure alignment with business and project goals. • Ensure compliance with safety standards (e.g., 2006/42/CE, robot safety).
Your Profile • Master’s degree in Automation, Electromechanics, Mechatronics or related experience. • 5+ years of experience in automation or robotics project management, ideally in heavy industries (steel, glass, automotive, mining…). • 5+ years of hands-on experience in PLC programming (Siemens S7 / TIA), HMI (WinCC), and robot programming (KUKA, Fanuc). • Strong experience in commissioning, technical servicing, and customer site activities. • Familiarity with project management tools (MS Project, FMEA, risk analysis). • Excellent understanding of electrical drawings, automation instrumentation, and safety standards (Machine Directive 2006/42/CE, robot safety). • Leadership skills to manage teams and subcontractors, with a practical mindset. • Fluent in English; French is a plus. • Open to travel abroad (min 2 – max 4 weeks for each trip) • Personality: Hands-on, adaptable, flexible, autonomous, and results-oriented with strong communication skills.
The Client Offer • A permanent contract with a competitive salary and complete benefits package: o Company car + fuel card o Interesting group insurance o DKV health insurance (ambulatory, dental, family) o Meal vouchers, eco-cheques o 6 RTT days + 4 additional days for overtime • A dynamic international environment with real career growth opportunities, including mobility within the group. • The chance to work on high-value projects (€4M+ equipment) and shape the future of robotic casting technology.
Ready to take on the challenge? Apply now or contact Justine De Schrijver – Hays Engineering on 010/23.38.64 for more information. #LI-DNI
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Résumé
Type d'emploi
CDI
Secteur
Engineering
Lieu
Mons
Spécialité
Engineering
Salaire
À négocier selon expérience, mais package complet
Réf. :
1108672
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Contactez Justine De Schrijver, le consultant en charge de cette offre d'emploi, situé à Louvain-la-Neuve
Hays Louvain-la-Neuve, Rue Granbonpré 11, bat J bte 10