OT Engineer

Nitto Belgium established its operations in Genk in 1974 and is the largest manufacturing site in the EMEA region (Europe, Middle East & Africa) of the Japanese Nitto Group. With more than 500 employees, we develop and manufacture sealing materials and various industrial adhesive tapes such as double-sided tapes and surface protection tapes for industries including automotive, semiconductors, furniture, paper production, aerospace, and metal processing.

Nitto faces numerous challenges in terms of digitalization, efficiency, quality, and sustainability. We are looking for an enthusiastic OT Engineer to help manage and expand our industrial network. Do you have a passion for technology and are you driven to solve complex problems? Then keep reading!

We are looking for an OT Engineer with a passion for technology, innovation, and digitalization who enjoys diving into complex topics. Together with the IT/OT team, you will contribute to the modernization of our industrial network and work on integration with other systems such as SCADA, MES, HMI, DCS, and IIoT. You will join a team of OT and IT Engineers under the leadership of an IT/OT Manager.

As an OT Engineer, your responsibilities include:

• Managing and creating our industrial/OT network
• Installing and configuring various SCADA systems for real-time production monitoring
• Developing user interfaces with HMI for easy machine operation
• Managing PCs, servers, and desktops in our production environment, including troubleshooting and optimizing SCADA, HMI, and DCS
• Managing organizational data using industrial systems and dashboard tools

A successful OT Engineer has:

• A passion for technology and an interest in production environments
• Familiarity with OT architecture (software, server, and network setup), industrial networks, SCADA, HMI, DCS, IIoT, and industrial data protocols such as OPC UA
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with other departments
• Excellent analytical skills and creativity in problem-solving
• A strong interest in continuous learning and innovation in the above areas

Ready for a new challenge? In addition to a dynamic international work environment with great colleagues, we offer:

• Meal vouchers of €8 per working day
• Group and hospitalization insurance
• 12 additional vacation days (ADV) + 3 Nitto leave days
• Bicycle allowance of €0.30/km if you commute by bike
• Plenty of opportunities for personal and professional development
• Chances to work on groundbreaking projects in digitalization and Industry 4.0

At Nitto Belgium, we strive for a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute their unique perspectives and talents.

The selection process consists of two interview rounds and an assessment center.

Interested in this position? Apply now via the online application form.

Do you have any questions? Please contact Laurens Bammens at or .