Control Design Engineer

Control Design Engineer

Ready to accelerate plastic recycling by becoming part of a fast‑growing climate technology company? Our Electrical, Instrumentation and Control Team is expanding to realize BlueAlp’s ambition to make all plastic fully circular.

BlueAlp – accelerating plastic recycling

Over the years, the discovery of plastic has added great value to the world. However, only 9 % of plastic waste is recycled (15 % is collected for recycling but 40 % of that is disposed of as residues). Another 19 % is incinerated, 50 % ends up in landfill and 22 % evades waste management systems and goes into uncontrolled dumpsites, is burned in open pits, or ends up in terrestrial or aquatic environments. Plastic waste pollution has been and continues to be a global challenge.

BlueAlp's technology aims at revolutionizing the production of plastic through advanced recycling. As a company and as innovators, our mission is to dramatically accelerate the amount of plastic that is recycled, upcycled, and given an infinite life. We believe our plastic‑to‑oil recycling technology is a game changer in plastic circularity transition and key to make plastic fully circular.

If our mission for circular plastics resonates then read on to explore if this role is for you!

Position in the organization

• The Control Design Engineer reports to the Team Lead Electrical, Instrumentation and Control Engineer.
• The position is part of the multidisciplinary engineering team and works closely with the Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I), Process Engineering, and Licensing (Project) Engineering departments.

Purpose of the position

Developing, programming and testing PLC and HMI solutions, as well as integrating peripheral equipment for innovative and high‑quality technical installations.

The Control Design Engineer plays a key role in guaranteeing the quality, reliability and functionality of the automation systems, taking into account customer‑specific requirements, budgets and certification requirements. In addition, the engineer contributes to the design of a uniform hardware configuration in collaboration with the Electrical Engineers.

Responsibilities

• Responsibilities and authority in accordance with the established authorization schedule at BlueAlp.
• Tasks are carried out in accordance with the requirements of the certifications (quality, safety, environment) held by BlueAlp (for example, VCA and ISO 9001 certification).

Main tasks

• Carrying out project‑related engineering and programming activities in consultation with E&I engineering, Process and Licensing (Project) engineering.
• The clear and timely construction of the PLC program/sub‑programs (in accordance with the budget) based on IEC 61131‑3 (and project specifications), in a way that makes it completely clear to the user and commissioning engineer what the thinking behind the programmed structure was.
• The creation of a clear alarm structure based on (but not limited to) the inputs supplied by the E&I department.
• Defining and elaborating the detailed design specifications (together with the engineering team). Maintaining a good (revision) management system for all software and hardware‑related engineering documents, such as programs, libraries, drawings, diagrams and standards.
• Producing HMI‑related overviews for unambiguous operation of the machine or (partial) installation.
• Testing PLCs in the workshop, including supervision during commissioning on site, providing instruction and drawing up the corresponding manuals.
• Providing back‑office support to the Commissioning Engineers present on site.
• Drawing up specifications for subcontractors and suppliers for PLC and hardware‑related subcontracting in due course.
• Ensuring adequate documentation for the client, in collaboration with the project manager.
• Recording, monitoring and resolving shortcomings and complaints.
• Working closely with Electrical & Instrumentation Engineers.
• Providing remote support to the Commissioning Engineers.
• Other tasks related to the position.

Knowledge level

• Higher professional education (HBO) level of thinking and working.
• Education in the field of electrical engineering/mechatronics.
• Ability to read P&IDs.
• Experience with the programming of process equip mentor installations.
• Knowledge of standard development processes and risk analyses.
• Experience with Siemens PLCs. Knowledge of Siemens PCS7 is a must.
• VCA Certificate or willingness to obtain it.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.
• Driver's license B.
• 3 + years of relevant work experience.

Competencies

• Accuracy
• Analytical sk