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Evonik

Global specialty chemicals manufacturer and supplier

Automation Engineer - DCS & OT Security

Controls & Automation EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeDelfzijl, Netherlands

About the Job

Requirements

  • A completed MBO qualification as an Industrial Automation Technician or a comparable technical qualification.
  • Three to five years of relevant experience in industrial automation, preferably in a process-industry environment.
  • Experience with DCS systems.
  • Knowledge of industrial automation and process control.
  • Knowledge of OT security in industrial environments.
  • Affinity with Electrical Engineering and Instrumentation (E&I).
  • Excellent spoken and written English.
  • Willingness to support colleagues in other disciplines when needed.
  • Willingness to participate in the on-call service.

Responsibilities

  • Act as the first point of contact for faults in automation and control systems.
  • Perform and coordinate basic maintenance on DCS and related systems.
  • Prepare, execute, and support DCS migrations and system upgrades.
  • Actively participate in the DCS committee.
  • Support OT-security activities and contribute to cybersecurity initiatives, including work within Archer.
  • Plan, guide, and provide technical support to external contractors.
  • Prepare for and support maintenance shutdowns and turnarounds.
  • Initiate and implement improvements in reliability, safety, and availability.
  • Work closely with Operations, Maintenance, E&I, and Engineering to resolve technical challenges.
  • Manage, maintain, and optimize industrial automation systems to support the reliability, safety, and continuity of production processes.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with DCS migrations.
  • Knowledge of Siemens and/or Honeywell systems.
  • Knowledge of SIL (Safety Integrity Level) and functional safety.

About the Company

Evonik

Global specialty chemicals manufacturer and supplier

Evonik is a global specialty chemicals company that makes high-value ingredients used in everyday products, such as cars, footwear, and animal feed. Its products are designed to enhance performance by providing tailored chemical solutions across multiple industries and applications. Evonik operates in more than 100 countries, producing specialty chemicals through advanced formulations and manufacturing processes that meet specific customer needs. The company differentiates itself by its focused strategy on high-margin specialty chemicals after restructuring, its large, multinational manufacturing footprint, and ongoing efficiency-improvement efforts that paused major acquisitions through 2027 to prioritize internal transformation. The goal is to strengthen its leadership in specialty chemicals and sustain profitable growth by delivering specialized ingredients and performance materials while improving operational efficiency.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Essen, Germany
Founded
2007

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