Team Lead - Platform Automation (USV Systems)

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Team Lead to drive the development of our Platform Automation for Uncrewed Surface Vessels (USVs). This includes autopilot system and scalable PLC-based control systems across multiple USV classes. As Team Lead, you will guide a multidisciplinary technical team, collaborate with product and project stakeholders, and ensure the delivery of robust, modular, and reusable control solutions., * You work closely with the Product Owner and Project Manager to align technical solutions with product requirements and goals;

• This role involves collaboration with third-party suppliers to source and integrate necessary software components and systems.
• Additionally, you will coordinate with teams based in different geographical locations to ensure seamless integration and functionality of USV systems.
• You lead and mentor a team of engineers developing PLC-based control systems for USV's and you oversee the design, implementation, and testing of modules such as Autopilot, Propulsion control, Joystick control etc.
• You ensure platform scalability and reusability across different USV classes.
• You drive continuous improvement in development processes, tools, and system architecture and facilitate sprint planning, code reviews, and technical decision-making.
• You ensure compliance with safety, cybersecurity, and marine standards.

• Degree in Software/Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field and 5+ years of experience in industrial automation, embedded systems, or marine control systems.
• Strong hands-on experience with PLC programming (e.g., CODESYS, e!COCKPIT, IEC 61131-3).
• Proven leadership experience in a technical or team lead role.
• Familiarity with communication protocols (e.g., NMEA, CAN, Modbus, MQTT).
• Experience with agile development methodologies (Scrum, SAFe, etc.).
• English: Proficient
• Excellent communication and coordination skills, hands-on experience working onsite during testing, commissioning, or integration and a proactive mindset with the ability to take ownership and make decisions.

• A competitive salary;
• 29 holidays per year based on a fulltime employment (of which 4 are appointed by Fugro management) and the possibility to purchase 12 additional days;
• Extensive career & training opportunities both nationally and internationally;
• Flexible working hours and in accordance the opportunity to work from home in accordance with your manager and corporate policies;
• Commuting allowance;
• Modern pension scheme;
• Collective health insurance;
• Good parking;
• Possibility to register with our corporate fitness plan;
• Coaching options through our EAP (Employee Assistance Program)., * When we see a match, we will invite you for the first interview within a couple of days. You will also receive a message if we will not invite you;
• After a successful first round, you will be invited for the second round.
• If we are both still positive after the second interview, we will make you an offer, and with that we hope to welcome you at Fugro!