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Gent, East Flanders, BelgiumJob Description:
As an Industrial IT Systems Engineer, you own assigned systems and play a central role in managing and improving our ISA‑95 Level 1 & 2 Industrial IT landscape across the Ghent sites. You are accountable for keeping Industrial IT applications stable, secure, and compliant and for bringing new systems successfully into daily operations.
Working closely with engineering, IT, QA, cybersecurity, and external vendors, you deliver a reliable, future‑proof, and continuously improving Industrial IT environment. You combine solid technical expertise with structured execution, sound judgement, and a hands‑on approach.
Tasks and Authorizations
- Own assigned Industrial IT applications and ensure stable, compliant, and reliable operations.
- Diagnose and resolve system issues and implement improvements that increase performance and availability.
- Participate in a rotating weekend on‑call service to safeguard system continuity.
- Execute and coordinate essential lifecycle activities, including configuration, monitoring, documentation, user management, patching, backup, and recovery.
- Coordinate with IT, engineering, and vendors on system upgrades, integrations, and the deployment of new Industrial IT applications.
- Plan and execute commissioning, testing, validation, and operational readiness activities for new or updated systems.
- Take an active role in deviations, CAPAs, investigations, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Communicate clearly with stakeholders about system health, risks, decisions, and project progress.
Qualifications
We are looking for a solid technical foundation combined with relevant professional experience and the ability to translate expertise into independent system ownership.
- Relevant professional experience with Industrial IT, industrial automation, or related systems in a manufacturing or regulated environment.
- Solid grasp of network fundamentals, including TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, segmentation, and firewalls.
- Ability to use scripting languages such as PowerShell or Python to automate routine tasks.
The skills below are not mandatory but provide a strong advantage in this role.
- Knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry (GxP, GAMP, qualification, etc.)
- Knowledge of particle monitoring platforms—ideally LMS Pharma (SE Geoscada)
- Understanding of Windows Server–based applications, including basic troubleshooting and system administration.
- Familiarity with data historian solutions such as AVEVA PI or similar time‑series data platforms.
- Awareness of Industrial IT cybersecurity principles (NIS2, ISA‑95, Purdue Model) is an asset.
- Working knowledge of Active Directory for user and access management.
- Knowledge of backup and recovery solutions used in Industrial IT environments.
- Experience with Industrial IT monitoring tools, such as PRTG.
Attitude
- Prioritizes quality and safety in every decision and action.
- Works as an open, collaborative team player with a strong service mindset.
- Acts in line with Johnson & Johnson’s Credo and Leadership Imperatives, integrating them into daily work and decision-making.
- Takes ownership of assigned systems, projects, tasks, and problems and acts proactively.
- Applies a structured, analytical approach to problem-solving and continuously expands knowledge of Industrial IT technologies.
- Organizes and prioritizes work independently, coordinates effectively, and follows through on commitments, including under pressure.
- Communicates clearly and constructively, focusing on solutions and alignment with stakeholders.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Automation, Electromechanics, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science with Industrial IT affinity — or equivalent relevant experience.
- Typically, at least three years of relevant professional experience in Industrial IT, industrial automation, manufacturing IT, or a comparable technical environment.
Languages
- Excellent command of English (spoken and written).
- Strong proficiency in Dutch (C1 level) is preferred.
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The anticipated base pay range for this position is:
€60,000.00 - €96,255.00Benefits:
In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers.
*This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.
Skills Required
- Relevant professional experience with Industrial IT, industrial automation, manufacturing IT, or related systems in a manufacturing or regulated environment
- Solid knowledge of network fundamentals, including TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, segmentation, and firewalls
- Ability to use scripting languages such as PowerShell or Python
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Automation, Electromechanics, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science with Industrial IT affinity, or equivalent relevant experience
- Typically at least three years of relevant professional experience
- Excellent command of spoken and written English
- Strong proficiency in Dutch at C1 level
- Knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry, including GxP, GAMP, and qualification
- Knowledge of particle monitoring platforms, ideally LMS Pharma SE Geoscada
- Understanding of Windows Server-based applications, troubleshooting, and system administration
- Familiarity with data historian solutions such as AVEVA PI or similar time-series platforms
- Awareness of Industrial IT cybersecurity principles, including NIS2, ISA-95, and the Purdue Model
- Working knowledge of Active Directory for user and access management
- Knowledge of Industrial IT backup and recovery solutions
- Experience with Industrial IT monitoring tools such as PRTG
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