Job Description

About the role:

Barry Callebaut is a global organization poised for growth; a company which has embraced the vision to delight its customers, while out-performing its competitors, a business which is committed to sustainability, has innovation in its DNA, is a leader in complex manufacturing and supply chain solutions and is focused on being a best-in-class employer. Barry Callebaut seeks diverse and passionate people who thrive in a dynamic environment, focused on continuous learning, living BC’s Values and of course loving chocolate.

Barry Callebaut’s production facilities and warehouses are rapidly evolving into connected, automated and data-driven environments. Digital solutions in Process Automation (PLC & SCADA) and MES (Manufacturing Execution System) are key enablers for standardized food safety and operational excellence within Barry Callebaut and are important prerequisites to delivering data driven innovation and I4.0.

To accelerate the rollout of these digital platforms, Barry Callebaut is looking for a Digital Application Engineer, with a proven experience in implementation of Process Automation, MES, and other industrial IT systems. As Digital Application Engineer, you will be responsible to take the lead in rollout projects of digital applications from design to delivery to the end-users, i.e. Barry Callebaut factories. Tasks include writing the design specification, gathering input and validating the deliverables with all stakeholders, coordinating integrators for the automation and MES application delivery, leading the FAT testing, training end-users and coordinating after-care support.

The goal of a digital application engineer is to deliver applications that support factory workers to gain insight in the manufacturing process, with the purpose to improve productivity, reduce downtime and reduce costs. To achieve this, you will be coordinating a multifunctional project team of experts in IT, OT, MES, automation, continuous improvement and production. You will serve as the first line contact for sites in case of technical issues, supported by an expert (external) service organization.

Key responsibilities include:

• Define system requirements, based on business needs;
• Translate user requirements into specifications for digital applications;
• Integrate digital applications with other (legacy) systems & third-party APIs;
• Install and commission digital applications;
• Conduct testing & quality assurance;
• Create documentation on digital applications and platforms;
• Design templates, standards and tools for digital systems, platforms and equipment;
• Manage suppliers;
• Support sites for maintenance & upgrade existing digital assets;
• Provide support for factories regarding technical issues with installed digital applications.

About you:

• You have a master degree in engineering, preferably computer sciences; automation; electronics-ICT or a related field or equivalent by experience.
• You have an advanced English proficiency level (B2+)
• You have at least 5 years of experience of working in a multinational business context.
• You have experience in project management and affinity with change management.
• You have proven experience with digital transformation, Process Automation and MES projects.
• You preferably have experience with Wonderware products (Archestra, Intouch, System Platform, Skelta Workflow, Historian).
• Basic understanding of SQL and databases is required
• Experience in the manufacturing or process industry (food&beverage, pharma, chemical) is a plus.

What you can expect from Barry Callebaut:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Environment that welcomes workplace flexibility
• An atmosphere where diversity is embraced, and inclusivity is second nature. We call it #OneBC! Just ask our champions with the Americas Women’s Forum and the Racial Equality Forum!
• Ability to grow personally and professionally within an organization that values development and internal career growth
• Be part of our mission in making sustainability the norm through Forever Chocolate with priorities centered around prospering farmers, zero child labor, carbon and forest positive, and creating 100% sustainable ingredients in all of our products.