Application Engineer

Location:
Poortugaal or Zwolle (Hybrid)

Working hours:
32–40 per week

Division:
Netherlands – OT Delivery

Reports to:
Team Lead

Type:
Full-time

About ATS Global

At
ATS Global
, we help leading manufacturers worldwide on their journey of digital transformation. By combining Operational Technology (OT), IT, and industrial automation, we create future-proof businesses. As an independent Smart Digital Transformation Solution Provider, we believe collaboration leads to better solutions and sustainable growth.

Why this role matters

As a
Senior Application Engineer
, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering solutions that integrate seamlessly into our clients' IT/OT landscapes. You'll design, implement, customize, and optimize software solutions – always keeping the client's operational needs at the center.

Beyond project work, you'll act as a
technical leader
, guiding junior colleagues, sharing expertise, and driving continuous improvement. With ATS, you'll have the freedom to broaden your specialization, learn across domains, and grow into an
Expert Application Engineer
.

What you'll do

Client Engagement

• Collaborate with sales on demos, advice, and estimations.
• Build trusted relationships with clients, leading technical discussions and guiding them through the solution lifecycle.
• Translate operational challenges into tailored solutions.

Solution Design & Development

• Map client needs to product capabilities with deep understanding of manufacturing and business processes.
• Create functional and technical specifications, reducing ambiguity and aligning expectations.
• Configure and customize solutions, including integrations with IT and OT systems.
• Document solutions, provide training, and ensure long-term usability.
• Lead technical execution, delegate tasks, and review results from junior engineers.

Collaboration

• Work across multidisciplinary teams in an open, knowledge-sharing culture.
• Communicate clearly with stakeholders and resolve conflicts when needed.
• Mentor less experienced colleagues to support their professional growth.

Continuous Improvement

• Stay ahead of emerging technologies and adapt quickly.
• Optimize workflows and quality assurance practices.
• Lead knowledge-sharing sessions, driving innovation and efficiency across the team.

What you bring

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree (e.g., Industrial Automation, Computer Science, Technical Business Administration) or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven achievements in software design, development, and implementation, ideally in industrial/manufacturing environments.
• Track record of project success and technical leadership.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of multiple programming and scripting languages.
• Expertise in database design, scripting, and performance.
• Innovative problem-solving and analytical mindset.
• Professional fluency in
  Dutch and English
  .

Attitude & Mindset

• Collaborative team player with a positive, can-do spirit.
• Communicative, client-focused, and approachable.
• Always eager to learn, grow, and embrace coaching.

Specialisation focus: MES

• In-depth expertise with
  MES software products
  .
• Strong experience with
  Microsoft SQL Server
  and
  T-SQL
  .
• Proficiency in
  VB.NET
  or
  C#.NET
  (customisations, code adaptations).
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes.

What we offer

• A hybrid working model (2–3 days on client site or office).
• A culture built on teamwork, innovation, and knowledge-sharing.
• Opportunities to grow across multiple specialisations and become an
  Expert Application Engineer
  .
• Competitive salary package (grade to be determined).

Ready to shape the future of digital transformation in manufacturing?

Join ATS Global as a Senior Application Engineer and bring your expertise to projects that matter.

Apply today and let's grow together