R&D Controls Developer
ABOUT CPM
CPM is a leading provider of process and equipment solutions for the green energy, recycling, oilseed and animal feed markets. CPM designs, manufactures and supplies an extensive range of machinery including grinding installations, conditioning systems and densification systems, that are used for processing bulk materials.
CPM Europe (130 employees) is part of CPM Holdings, Inc., a global supplier of process equipment and engineered technologies that sustainably feed, fuel, and build a better world. Founded in 1883, CPM’s growing family of 17 market-leading product brands, has 1,700 employees across 36 facilities on 4 continents with presence in 150+ countries. From the foods you eat to the fuels you require, CPM plays an important role in making the world more efficient and more sustainable. For more information, visit OneCPM.com.
JOB DESCRIPTION
In this role, you will develop new products, services, and processes with the Innovation department. Using advanced technologies, you will build and test prototypes in the lab and in the field, leading to commercial release.
As an R&D Controls Developer, you will manage your own projects and contribute to others involving PLC/logic/controls, IIoT/sensors, and electronics. This multi-disciplinary role involves equipment design and process optimization, focusing on sustainability, energy, automation, and data. You will have the freedom to use and expand your expertise and develop your skills.
Essential functions:- Develop, design and test control functionality and execution in close cooperation with multi-disciplinary R&D-team.
- Take ownership and manage R&D-projects from definition, research, laboratory & customer tests, upto commercial
- release.
- Complete the actual PLC programming and HMI screen programming. Responsible for complete programming and
- testing of project, as well as project documentation and equipment listing.
- Support R&D-team through building of experimental and pilot test set-ups and joining in research and experiments;
- Establish or participate in (multi-disciplinary) problem analysis and system design as required.
- Conduct detailed analysis and study of requirements for integrated systems and complex single application programs.
- Diagnose problems with installed equipment and provide field support to customer field test locations.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Minimally bachelor’s degree (‘HBO’) in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent technical background;
- Preferred 2 to 4 years of work-related skills and experience;
- Practical understanding and working capabilities with software like : Siemens TIA portal, Ignition, Eplan
- Understanding of industrial process control systems using PLC and PC based architectures, IIoT and Cloud based
- services;
- Knowledge of related hardware or capability to coordinate (outsourcing of) electrical engineering;
- Understanding of practical application of process technology and mechanical engineering;
- Proactive, creative, hands-on and works independently as well as in a team;
- Open to learning new techniques and technologies;
- Good communication with other disciplines (Process, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering);
- Good command of the English language and preferably Dutch (or willing to learn the latter)
- Willingness and ability to occasional travel (mainly within Europe)
WHY WORK FOR US?
This is a varied technical role with strong employment conditions, in line with the CAO Metalektro. You will have the opportunity to be part of a successful international company. Our benefits include:
- Competitive salary.
- 27 vacation days plus 13 ATV days (total of 40 days off).
- Excellent pension scheme, with CPM covering 60-70% of the premium.
- Full-time employment.
- A challenging role in a global organization with growth opportunities if desired.
- A challenging, self-steering job with a great degree of responsibility
- A pleasant company culture with fun outings and social events.
Do you recognize yourself in this job profile, or do you have any questions about the position or the company? We would love to hear from you! For more information, please contact Cherise Mouton at [email protected].
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CPM Acquisition Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. CPM Acquisition Corp. offers competitive compensation and benefits, including paid holidays and vacations, 401k, medical/dental insurance, tuition assistance, and more.