Seniority Level: Associate
#DreamBig
As an Automation Engineer, you are the go-to expert for industrial automation across our packaging operations. You play a key role in ensuring the reliability, performance, and continuous improvement of our production lines by leveraging your expertise in PLC, SCADA, and control systems.
Working within a strong international technical network, you support multiple sites and collaborate closely with local teams, global experts, and external suppliers. You combine hands-on problem solving with a strategic mindset, helping shape the future of automation in our operations.
Brewing the world’s most loved beers and building brands consumers love, AB InBev is where ownership, ambition, and action thrive.
Our portfolio of iconic brands includes global classics like Stella Artois, Bud, and Corona, and well-known favorites such as Jupiler, Leffe, and Hoegaarden
We empower you to dream big, lead change, and create a long-lasting legacy.
We value relentless problem-solvers who take accountability, embrace challenges, and turn bold goals into results through resilience and hard work.
That’s Who We Are: Come and OWN IT
Drive performance & reliability
Improve efficiency, uptime, and reliability of packaging lines
Support troubleshooting of complex automation and controls issues
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards
Own automation expertise (PLC / SCADA / Controls)
Provide technical leadership in PLC programming, SCADA systems, and industrial networks
Support system optimization, upgrades, and lifecycle management
Contribute to the automation strategy and roadmap for the region
Lead continuous improvement
Develop and implement reliability and maintenance strategies
Optimize preventive maintenance, overhaul plans, and line performance
Drive standardization and best practices across sites
Support projects & innovation
Contribute to Capex planning and automation-related investments
Support commissioning, upgrades, and new equipment implementation
Evaluate new technologies and automation solutions
Collaborate & share knowledge
Work closely with plant teams, technical experts, and suppliers
Train and coach local teams to increase technical capabilities
Share best practices and lessons learned across sites
Manage suppliers & OEMs
Act as a technical interface with equipment suppliers
Drive performance reviews and explore improvements or alternatives
Support spare parts strategy and obsolescence management
Degree in Engineering (Automation, Electrical, Mechanical or similar)
3–5+ years’ experience in industrial automation, packaging, or maintenance
Strong knowledge of PLC, SCADA, HMI, and industrial networks
Experience with OT systems (e.g. MES, reporting, virtualization)
Analytical, structured, and proactive with a continuous improvement mindset
Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
Able to influence and work across teams
Fluent in English and willing to travel internationally (Europe)
Competitive Bonus.
A Flexible Rewards system - (smartphone, bike lease, internet at home, Extra pension Plan, etc.).
Quarterly vouchers to taste our delicious beers.
Compensation & seniority days in addition to legal holidays (40 Days total).
Meal vouchers, allowances, gift per company policy.
A unique Parental leave.
Competitive Life insurance, disability & medical plan.
Learning & Development opportunities (LinkedIn Learning/ Workday Learning/Mentoring).
Multiple Physical & Mental Wellbeing support Initiatives.
We recruit for mindset, ambition, and cultural fit.
We are proud to be part of something bigger than ourselves and are passionate about building upon our company’s long legacy. We believe in collaboration and candor, which results in a dynamic culture with open communication.
We are part of the collective, global history of beer. We are the proud makers of more than 500 iconic brands, from beloved international classics to local favorites.
Our people grow at the pace of their talent. We empower our people to learn, expand their perspectives, and unlock career growth. In an environment where commitment to excellence pays off, our people are able to deepen their impact and create a long-lasting legacy.
#LI-ABI ZoneEUR
As a company, we dream big to create a future with more cheers. We are always looking to serve up new ways to meet life’s moments, move our industry forward and make a meaningful impact in the world. We are committed to building great brands that stand the test of time and to brewing the best beers using the finest ingredients.
Our diverse portfolio of well over 500 beer brands includes global brands Budweiser®, Corona® and Stella Artois®; multi-country brands Beck’s®, Hoegaarden®, Leffe® and Michelob ULTRA®; and local champions such as Aguila®, Antarctica®, Bud Light®, Brahma®, Cass®, Castle®, Castle Lite®, Cristal®, Harbin®, Jupiler®, Modelo Especial®, Quilmes®, Victoria®, Sedrin®, and Skol®.
Our brewing heritage dates back more than 600 years, spanning continents and generations. From our European roots at the Den Hoorn brewery in Leuven, Belgium. To the pioneering spirit of the Anheuser & Co brewery in St. Louis, US. To the creation of the Castle Brewery in South Africa during the Johannesburg gold rush. To Bohemia, the first brewery in Brazil.
Geographically diversified with a balanced exposure to developed and developing markets, we leverage the collective strengths of approximately 167,000 colleagues based in nearly 50 countries worldwide.
