Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer

Location: Courcelles, Belgium (onsite working)

Duration: 31st December 2026

Hours: 40

Imagine your next project working with cutting-edge technologies as an onsite specialist to lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of automation solutions for a European Distribution Centre hub, driving innovation and optimizing efficiency for a forward-thinking global healthcare leader.

Johnson & Johnson Deliver Group is part of Johnson & Johnson’s global Supply Chain organization supporting operations across all the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies. Deliver strives to deliver exceptional customer experience through leading critical customer-facing-functions such as customer service, distribution, and transportation. In addition, Deliver oversees critical business enablers, including how we gather and manage supply chain master data, safe and secure supply chain practices, product identification standards, and market/channel access capabilities. It supports the Medical Device (including Vision) sector of Johnson & Johnson. Located in every region of the world where Johnson & Johnson operates, Deliver is a critical component of our supply chain, working collaboratively to ensure that quality, safety, and the experience of our customers is our top priority.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to innovation, excellence, and sustainability in everything we do. As we continue to expand and enhance our operations, we are seeking a motivated and experienced Automation Engineer to join our dynamic team. We are looking for a highly motivated Automation Engineer as the onsite specialist to lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of automation solutions for our European Distribution Centre hub located in Courcelles, Belgium.

The successful candidate will serve and play a key role in keeping the business running, optimizing processes, improving efficiency, and driving innovation across our operations providing technical expertise to the operation of a highly automated, efficient distribution hub for medical devices. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to the success of a forward-thinking company.

roles and responsibilities.

The successful candidate will play a key role in keeping the business running and providing technical expertise to the operation of a highly automated distribution hub.

This will involve:

• Execute planned maintenance, upgrades, and deployment activities during designated weekends to ensure zero disruption to business-as-usual operations.

• Support DC deliver equipment project automation workstreams from project design through go-live / operational stabilization in coordination with regional segment engineering team and other cross function project team members.

• Support and enhance WCS (Warehouse Control System) deployments, managing technical escalations and implementing sustainable fixes in collaboration with integrators and vendors.

• Introduce and integrate advanced technologies:

• AI/ML-driven automation

• AMR/AGV fleet systems

• Machine vision & inspection systems

• Cyber-physical systems & IoT architectures

• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations for cybersecurity, data privacy, and safety in all automation projects;

• Partner with J&J technology organizations (ISRM, JJT, TQ) to ensure WCS requirements are represented in deployments and plans (e.g. JJT Server and Network Infrastructure, Cyber Security & SOX, Common Data Layer Digital Strategies).

• Stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices in Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing, incorporating new tools and methodologies into our automation strategy.

how to succeed.

You will have a minimum of 4 years of experience in automation engineering, robotics, or industrial digitalisation with a strong understanding of emerging technologies.

You will also bring:

• Minimum 4 years of experience in automation engineering, robotics, or industrial digitalization.

• Strong understanding and interest in emerging technologies:

• 3D printing

• AI / Machine Learning,

• Vision systems,

• AMR/AGV systems,

• IoT sensors and edge computing.

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++, as well as experience with automation frameworks and IoT platforms it’s a plus;

• Knowledge of smart technologies, including IoT sensors, edge computing, AI/ML algorithms and digital twins;

• Experience with data analytics tools and techniques for extracting actionable insights from large-scale manufacturing datasets;

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams;

• Computer System Validation (CSV) & SDLC Documentation & Testing Procedures; Microsoft.NET ASP & Windows applications or JAVA based equivalent;

• Controls / Automation – PLC, HMI, SCADA, OEE, Warehouse Control Systems;

• IQ/OQ/PQ based validation plans. Engineering change control, protocol, and test development, execution, report writing.

• Master’s degree in Engineering, IT, Automation, or related field.

• Experience in highly automated manufacturing/distribution environments (GMP/regulatory preferred).

• Familiarity with Rockwell PLCs, industrial robotics, vision systems, OEE tools, and industrial data centers.

• Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent.

• Fluency in French and English is required, knowledge of Dutch is a plus.

benefits.

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for Not specified

you are welcome here.

Johnson & Johnson is working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.

about Johnson & Johnson

Caring for the world, one person at a time has inspired and united the people of Johnson & Johnson for over 130 years. As a skilled contractor, you’ll play a key part in the thinking, strategy, dynamism - and impact - of this iconic global healthcare company as they touch the lives of nearly a billion people every day. Contribute to the next healthcare breakthrough with your next project at Johnson & Johnson.

application process.

We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days. We do not accept applications via email.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo. We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.