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Application & Field Service Engineer About Plasmatreat Plasmatreat is an international technology company specializing in plasma systems for the treatment of material surfaces. Our atmospheric pressure Openair-Plasma® and low-pressure plasma technologies are used to modify surface properties and improve processes such as bonding, coating, printing, sealing and painting. Our systems are integrated into industrial production environments across a wide range of markets, including automotive, electronics, semiconductor, medical technology, transportation, packaging, consumer goods and renewable energy. The Plasmatreat Group has around 300 employees worldwide and operates technology centers in Germany, the USA, Canada, China and Japan, supported by a global sales and service network in more than 30 countries. Within the Benelux, you will be part of a small and hands-on local team. At the same time, you will work closely with colleagues in Germany and other European countries, giving you access to a broad international network of application specialists, engineers and service colleagues. For our Benelux organization, based in Eindhoven, we are looking for an Application & Field Service Engineer who enjoys combining hands-on engineering with customer interaction, troubleshooting and process development. The role As an Application & Field Service Engineer, you will work directly with customers to determine how plasma technology can improve their products and manufacturing processes. The role combines application engineering, technical service, commissioning and customer support. This means your work can vary significantly from day to day. You may spend one day in our lab testing plasma treatment on a new material together with a customer, and another day commissioning a production system, troubleshooting equipment or optimizing an existing process at a customer site. You will work with both atmospheric pressure and low-pressure plasma systems and gradually develop knowledge across several technical disciplines, including surface treatment, electrical engineering, mechanics, automation and industrial process technology. Your responsibilities Your activities will include: Performing application trials to evaluate whether plasma treatment can improve adhesion, wettability, cleaning, coating or other surface-related processes. Working with customers to define test methods, process parameters and suitable plasma configurations. Installing and commissioning plasma systems at customer sites. Diagnosing technical issues and performing troubleshooting, maintenance and repairs. Supporting customers with process optimization and integration of plasma systems into production equipment. Working with industrial automation systems, sensors, electrical components, pneumatics and mechanical assemblies. Providing technical support remotely and on-site. Training operators, engineers and maintenance personnel. Preparing technical reports, service documentation and test results. Preparing quotations for service activities, spare parts and technical support. Collaborating with colleagues in sales, engineering, service and R&D across the international Plasmatreat organization. Following up on technical questions and helping customers find practical solutions for their production processes. Most customer visits will be within the Benelux, with occasional travel to other European countries for training, projects or technical support. Who we are looking for We are looking for someone who is technically curious, hands-on and comfortable working directly with customers. You enjoy understanding how machines and processes work, solving technical problems and learning new technologies. You do not need to be a plasma expert when you join us. We will provide training and help you develop the required application and product knowledge. A background in one or more of the following areas would be a good fit: Electrical engineering Mechanical engineering Mechatronics Industrial automation Process engineering Applied physics Materials engineering Maintenance or industrial service A university degree is not a strict requirement. Relevant vocational education, practical experience or a strong technical background and passion for technology can be equally valuable. What is important to us You should have: A strong interest in technology and industrial equipment. Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. A practical, hands-on approach. The ability to work independently at customer sites. A customer-oriented and professional attitude. The ability to read technical drawings, electrical schematics and manuals. Good communication skills. A structured approach to documenting technical work. A willingness to travel regularly within the Benelux. Good English language skills. Knowledge of Dutch, German or French is an advantage. Experience with industrial automation, PLC systems, fieldbus communication, electrical systems, pneumatics, process equipment or surface treatment technology is beneficial but not essential. What makes this role different This is not a traditional field service role focused only on maintenance and repairs. You will be involved in the complete technical process: from the first customer trial and evaluation of a new application to system integration, commissioning, optimization and long-term technical support. You will work in a small local team while being part of a much larger international technical organization. This gives you both independence in your day-to-day work and access to experienced colleagues across Europe when working on more complex applications or projects. The role offers the opportunity to develop knowledge across multiple disciplines while working with customers from very different industries and applications. If you enjoy experimenting, troubleshooting, working with industrial technology and seeing the direct result of your work in a customer's production process, this role could be a very good fit. How to get in touch? Send a LinkedIn invite to Job van Galen and start a chat. Then we can make an appointment to have a call or drink a coffee.

Core Responsibilities

Conduct plasma application trials, define process parameters with customers, and install, commission, troubleshoot, and maintain plasma systems. Support process integration and optimization, train customer personnel, document technical work, prepare service quotations, and collaborate with international teams.

Requirements

Candidates should have a practical technical background in areas such as electrical or mechanical engineering, mechatronics, automation, process engineering, applied physics, materials engineering, or industrial service; a university degree is not required. The role calls for strong troubleshooting, customer communication, independent working, technical documentation, English proficiency, and willingness to travel regularly within the Benelux.