Control System Engineer

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands  

Team Size: 5 | Reports to: Tim Van Leent  

Visa Requirements: You have an EU passport or can travel to the EU, UK ad USA  

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As a Control System Engineer, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the autonomy and reliability of our LaserTrain systems. The control system has the autonomy to make safety decisions, and the next milestone is to integrate performance sensors, auxiliary systems and video to make the next level of autonomy possible. All software is developed in-house by the LPS team.

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Given that autumn is our peak season, you will spend two months each year working closely with clients in the US and/or EU. Throughout the rest of the year, your work will contribute to new product development, launching into new territories, and managing budgets effectively.

• Collaborating directly with our control system team and CTO.

• Maintaining and improving our current PLC software (LabVIEW).

• Elevating the control system from autonomy basic to autonomy advanced.

• Integrating communication with auxiliary systems.

• Integrating a new sensor package for enhanced performance.

• Developing control systems and software from scratch for future products.

• Deploying and testing software on-site at customer locations.

• Potential for growth into the role of Lead Engineer.

• Completed a technical degree in Mechatronics, Computer Science, Robotics or similar.

• Demonstrated experience in hardware integration using languages such as C++ or Python.

• Proficiency with LabVIEW is an advantage.

• Familiarity with device communication protocols, including Profinet and Profibus.

• Familiarity with FPGA and PLC programming is considered an advantage.

• Ability to articulate solutions to team members outside of your field.

• Clear and effective communication skills in English; French is an advantage.