Averna
engineering
SeniorSoftwareEngineer
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“Senior Software Engineer at Averna. Skills: automation and control architectures, custom-built test and measurement systems, software architectures, modular software concepts, system integration, system commissioning, fine-tuning, troubleshooting, system architectures standardization and scalability, python, C#, industrial control systems. designing, developing, and implementing advanced automation and control architectures for custom-built test and measurement systems. Define, design, and valid”
What You'll Achieve.
seeing your work in action; designs translate into reliable, high-performance systems; Ensure designs meet technical, quality, and performance targets
Industry & Context.
solving complex challenges; analytical skills
Willing to travel occasionally (up to 25%)
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Master’s degree in Engineering (Automation, Mechatronics, Electronics, or equivalent) or Science, or equivalent through experience including the definition and realization of modular and scalable software architectures, Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in automation, control, or test system development, Proficient in python and/or C#, process insight, understanding of machine physics and fine adjustment mechanisms, Solid experience in industrial control systems, abstraction and system-level thinking, Fluent in Dutch and English
Nice to Have
Experience with motion systems and control loops is an asset, Hands-on with hardware and learning mindset, Knowledge of LabVIEW or PLC programming (IEC 61131-3, ST) is nice to have
What You'll Do.
and implementing advanced automation and control architectures for custom-built test and measurement systems
and validate software architectures for advanced automation systems
Translate functional and process requirements into modular software concepts
Support system commissioning
Drive standardization and scalability of system architectures
Ensure designs meet technical
and performance targets
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with system, hardware, and automation engineers for seamless integration; Provide technical leadership and guidance to multidisciplinary teams; knowledge-sharing
Communication Scope
Excellent communication skills
Full Job Description
Averna is a global engineering company that helps customers accelerate product development, quality, and innovation. With over 1200 employees worldwide, we design and deliver custom test and measurement solutions for leading players in medtech, consumer electronics, automotive and more. Our Belgian team is known for its precision engineering and the diversity of projects we handle. Here, you don’t just design, you see your creations fully built, fine-tuned, and brought to life. From first sketch to finished product, you’re involved in every step, with the satisfaction of seeing your work in action. We’re proud of our open, supportive, and collaborative work environment. You’ll join a passionate group of colleagues who enjoy solving complex challenges and celebrating success together. To strengthen our team, we’re looking for a: Senior Software Engineer. Senior Software Engineer As a Senior Software Engineer , you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing advanced automation and control architectures for custom-built test and measurement systems. You combine strong analytical and process insight with a solid understanding of machine behavior, fine adjustment processes, and underlying physics. You’ll bridge the gap between software, hardware, and automation, turning functional requirements into robust, maintainable control architectures. This role requires both conceptual and hands-on involvement, ensuring that designs translate into reliable, high-performance systems. In this role, you will: * Define, design, and validate software architectures for advanced automation systems * Translate functional and process requirements into modular software concepts * Collaborate with system, hardware, and automation engineers for seamless integration * Provide technical leadership and guidance to multidisciplinary teams * Support system commissioning, fine-tuning, and troubleshooting * Drive standardization and scalability of system architectures * Ensure d
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