Project Engineer – Automation (Rockwell PLC Focus)

📍 Location: Utrecht, Netherlands (in-office 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 Netherlands team and seeking a Project Engineer with strong Rockwell PLC expertise.

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 ControlLogix and CompactLogix PLCs (priority).

• Work with PlantPAx and FactoryTalk where applicable; experience with Siemens, Schneider, AVEVA, or Ignition is also valuable.

• 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 – Rockwell ControlLogix / CompactLogix is essential.

• Bonus: PlantPAx, FactoryTalk, AVEVA, Siemens, Schneider, or Ignition.

• 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:

• In-office role (Utrecht HQ) 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 Rockwell 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.