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# Team Lead - Platform Automation (USV Systems)

- **Company:** Fugro Group
- **Location:** Nootdorp, Netherlands (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Code Review, Controller Development System (CoDeSys), Communications Protocols, Modbus, Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT), Scrum Methodology, Systems Architecture, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Deployment Automation, Iec61131-3
- **Published:** October 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.nl/details/5821223820

## About the Role

* 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.

## Description

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.

Your role

 * 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.