reelance Automation Engineer (Siemens) – East FlandersContract: Freelance (6 months + extension) Location: East Flanders (primarily onsite) Start: Flexible (pipeline projects upcoming)About the RoleWe are supporting a well-established industrial production company in East Flanders that is investing heavily in automation and process optimisation across multiple production lines.Due to an increase in upcoming projects, they are looking to bring in an experienced Freelance Automation Engineer to support ongoing and new automation initiatives.This is a hands-on role where you will play a key part in developing, optimising, and integrating automation systems within a complex production environment.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, program, and optimise PLC systems using Siemens S7 / TIA PortalWork on end-to-end automation projects (design → implementation → commissioning)Support integration of machinery into unified production linesTroubleshoot and resolve automation and electrical issues on-siteCollaborate with internal engineering teams and external suppliersEnsure systems comply with internal standards and industrial regulationsContribute to continuous improvement and process optimisation initiativesWhat You BringStrong experience as an Automation Engineer in industrial environmentsProven expertise with Siemens (TIA Portal, S7)Experience with SCADA systems (e.g. WinCC, PCS7, or similar)Ability to work independently in a production / process-driven environmentExperience with commissioning and troubleshooting on-siteStrong understanding of industrial communication and system integrationDutch-speaking (essential for site communication)Nice to HaveExperience in food & beverage, chemicals, or process industriesKnowledge of OT networks, safety standards (EN 60204-1, Machine Directive)Experience working with system integrators or multi-vendor environmentsWhy This Opportunity?Long-term project pipeline with extensions likelyOpportunity to work on complex, large-scale automation projectsHigh level of autonomy and technical ownershipStable industrial environment with ongoing investment in automationIf you're a freelance automation engineer open to your next project in East Flanders, feel free to reach out for more details.