Siemens Cranes is transforming harbor operations worldwide through cutting-edge automation and digitalization solutions. Based in the Netherlands, our global project house leads the Industry 4.0 revolution in crane operations, converting manual processes into smart, flexible terminal operations. As part of the larger Siemens ecosystem, we offer stability, innovation, and global career opportunities while maintaining an agile, project-focused environment.
As Discipline Lead for SIMOCRANE Remote Control Operations System (RCOS), you'll merge technical expertise with leadership to drive excellence in our international crane automation projects. Your work directly impacts the efficiency and reliability of harbor operations around the world, contributing to global supply chain optimization. You'll lead a specialized team while actively contributing your expertise to complex, global implementations that typically span 1-2 years across the Netherlands, Germany, China, and customer sites worldwide.
What do you have
Leadership: (40%)
- Lead the RCOS team (approximately 9 FTE) with product and project responsibilities.
- Build and maintain the right competences in the team to execute project work.
Allocate resources to projects; identify and mitigate gaps.
- Promote a high-performance culture, open feedback, and eagerness to learn.
- Inspire and motivate team members by setting clear goals and support to achieve them.
- Support in Environmental, Health & Safety activities.
Subject-specific: (60%)
- Act as ‘RCOS software lead’ and provide technical leadership in this area.
- Create and agree on a development schedule and adhere to it.
- Ensure that project deliverables are realized timely and within budget.
- Convert functional design specifications to technical design specifications.
- Ensure a standard way of working across projects.
- Agree with the RCOS product owner and the sales team on standardized solutions.
- Drive continuous improvement by feeding back experience from commissioning activities and customer experience
We are looking for
You possess a curious nature, enjoy independent work, love communication and convey your knowledge to the stakeholders. You like working in an international environment. You take initiative, task management skills are integral to your work ethics.
- (7+) Experience with industrial automation projects, preferably around advanced motion control and process control.
- Experience with Siemens automation products (SIMATIC S7, TIA Portal, WinCC OA preferred); C# knowledge is a plus.
- Knowledge of development and testing processes, like V-model.
- Minimum a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechatronics, software engineering with a strong affinity for mechanical systems.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, combined with the ability to write clear and concise documentation.
- Result-oriented and an effective communicator, with an open attitude and strong team spirit.
- Business fluent English, ideally you also speak (and write) Dutch.
Our offer
Join our team and help shape the future of smart harbor operations in a role that combines technical innovation with people leadership in an international environment!
A dynamic position in an informal but professional environment with enthusiastic colleagues who are passionate about their work. You will be working for a stable company with a strong brand and have access to an international network!
- This position can be filled on full-time basis.
- Salaryrange (5500 – 7000) + Benefits budget
- Learn more about Benefits Budget, pension plans, and everything Siemens has to offer at www.siemens.nl/arbeidsvoorwaarden.
- At Siemens, you will have the opportunity to develop and grow within a leading company.
Do you see yourself learning, growing, and succeeding at Siemens? If so, we would love to meet you.
If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application procedure, please contact Jelmar van Hagen P&O Talent Acquisition, +31 6 23464472.
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