Automation System SME

At AB InBev, Challenge Accepted isn’t just a phrase; it’s an attitude!  

That’s because we’re the world’s largest brewer, with iconic brands like Jupiler, Stella Artois and Hoegaarden.

We’re a team of curious individuals who see every challenge as a new opportunity to do something incredible. We’re resourceful people who thrive and take ownership of our success. Because we’re owners, we take results personally.  

The Challenge

The Automation systems SME will be responsible to Support the main activities for the zone in terms of Virtualization, automation networks, Cyber-security & Interfaces, by providing technical expertise.

That means, for those topics, support to projects, contribute to Automation Strategic plan for the Zone, elaborate the Maintenance procedures and help identifying organization gaps and needs, contribute to Global Technical Specifications (GTS) and their Zone applications.

As a Automation system SME you will support the breweries, both technically and to identify gaps and risks and build mitigation plans.

The role can be based in Briemen, Munich, Issum, Dommelen, Dierkich, Hoogarden, Jupille-sur-Meuse, Leuven, Samlesbury or Magor.

What Will You Be Doing

• Support ZBS TS or other CAPEX projects, by providing technical expertise, for budget cost evaluation, planning forecast, organization, applicable standards, acceptance criteria, functional and technical design, testing and commissioning point of view
• Manage and lead selected strategic projects
• Participate in elaboration of Automation Strategic plan for the Zone
• Participate the elaboration of Global Technical Specifications (GTS), and make sure they are properly understood and implemented by all Zone and breweries actors
• Support breweries’ Technical Services on request
• Write and update maintenance procedures, explain and provide training to all relevant actors, audit the application. Involve ZBS Maintenance in that process.
• Recommend specific Skill Matrixes, and training plans for the brewery technicians+ Audit
• Centrally facilitate support with main suppliers

What you’ll bring:  

• Master degree or equivalent by experience
• Experience or deep knowledge in virtualization, Windows domain management, SQL database administration, networking and cyber-security.
• Understanding of specific technical OT context (SCADA, Historian, Production reporting, …)
• Very good organizer and structured way of working, strong team player, project Management skills. Flexibility to change direction and iterate plans
• Aggressive focus on results & disciplined in execution
• Proven ability to build relationships and to lead cross functional initiatives and proven ability to persuade and influence to achieve outstanding results
• Ability to stretch oneself and work outside of one’s comfort zone. Clear demonstration of thinking and acting as owners
• Knowledge about VPO and Supply Business Processes

What you can expect from us:   In this role, you’ll have the potential to transform our business and your career. You’ll get the support and mentor you need to succeed. We’re a meritocracy, with plenty of room for growth and development, so you know your hard work will be rewarded. We encourage you to think big and go after your goals. You’ll get to be creative, work with international teams so you can build a global network and have direct control over your career and where it takes you. 

As the leading global brewer, we are committed to bringing people together for a better – and more equal – world. A more equal world starts when everyone can thrive. At AB InBev we value the diversity of cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce and we strongly encourage women, people of colour, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

If this sounds like the incredible opportunity you’ve been waiting for, apply today!