Key Skills
Job Description
Overview
System Engineers are responsible for designing and implementing customer automation projects, supervised by an experienced engineer. System engineers work in teams and take a comprehensive approach to solving problems, learning the details of each project’s mechanical, electrical, and software systems.
About RoviSys
RoviSys is an independent system integrator with year-over-year growth in The Netherlands, Europe, and world-wide. RoviSys provides a variety of information and automation services in many industries globally.
We are seeking individuals that are willing to learn and grow with our team. If you do not meet all the qualifications but still feel that you would be a good fit in this role, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
- Instrumentation and Electrical Design (20%)
- Create instrument lists by examining P&ID Drawings
- Compile submittal and procurement documentation for controls and instrument hardware
- Provide technical support for panel fabrication technicians
- Inspect completed control enclosures
- System Design and Configuration (30%)
- Participate in customer design review meetings
- Assemble development system using project hardware and computers
- Configure user interface and HMI screens
- Configure DDC, PLC and/or DCS control algorithmsDraft system documentation from templates
- Assist in developing and performing customer demonstrations and acceptance testing
- Onsite System Startup (50%)
- Install project software and configuration onto site systems
- Perform instrumentation and system startup and testing
- Troubleshoot installation discrepancies and program field modifications as required
- Assist with developing training documentation/presentation on operations and maintenance of system
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Professional level English (C1, C2, or Native)
- Engineering Degree (MBO, HBO, MS, or BS)
- Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Computer or Engineering Technology or related degree
Preferred Qualifications
- Entry level Dutch (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2, or Native)
- Experience with one or more of the following platforms:
- Inductive Automation Ignition
- Rockwell ControlLogix/CompactLogix, PlantPAx, or FactoryTalk
- Emerson DeltaV
- Schneider Electric Modicon PLCs, EcoStruxure, PowerSCADA, Power Monitoring Expert (PME)
- National Instruments LabVIEW
- Siemens S7, PCS7, or WinCC
- Other: VMWare, Cisco or Fortinet Networking and Firewalls
- Or similar IT, automation, or MES platform
Core Responsibilities
Systems Engineers are responsible for designing, configuring, and implementing automation projects, including instrumentation and electrical design. They also perform onsite system startup, testing, and troubleshooting to ensure project success.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an engineering degree in a relevant field such as mechanical, electrical, or computer engineering. Professional proficiency in English is required, with Dutch language skills considered a preferred qualification.
About RoviSys
Industry: Automation Machinery Manufacturing
Company size: 1,001-5,000 employees
As one of the world's largest independent systems integrators, RoviSys delivers comprehensive automation, digital transformation, manufacturing execution (MES), Industrial AI, discrete manufacturing, and information solutions that help customers improve performance, increase reliability, and accelerate innovation. Our expertise spans process automation, discrete manufacturing, industrial IT/OT, manufacturing intelligence, data infrastructure, cybersecurity, and enterprise integration. From concept and design through implementation, commissioning, and lifecycle support, we partner with leading organizations across life sciences, food and beverage, chemicals, energy, oil and gas, metals, consumer products, food and beverage, semiconductor, data center, and other critical industries. Our engineers combine deep industry knowledge with practical experience to solve complex operational challenges and deliver measurable business results. What sets RoviSys apart is our commitment to vendor independence, technical excellence, and long-term partnerships. We recommend and integrate the technologies that best fit each customer's objectives, creating scalable solutions that protect investments, deliver measurable ROI, and prepare organizations for the future. RoviSys employs more than 2000 engineers, developers, project managers, and technical specialists serving customers across North America, LATAM, Europe, and Asia Pacific. Our regional offices are supported by global expertise, and we deliver the responsiveness of a local partner with the capabilities of an international automation leader. For more than 35 years, RoviSys has helped manufacturers connect systems, leverage data, modernize operations, and confidently navigate the future of industrial automation.