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    Functional Application Engineer

    Experis
    Middelburg Permanent, Fulltime € 4,000 - € 5,700 2026-08-08

    About Experis

    Experis is a global leader in professional resourcing and project solutions, specializing in IT, engineering, and finance. They connect skilled professionals with top companies, driving innovation and growth.

    About the Position

    Introduction

    We are looking for a Functional Application Specialist for a technically complex engineering organization. In this role, you will be the link between business and IT, optimizing engineering processes within a PLM landscape, and ensuring applications genuinely add value for users and projects. You will have ample opportunity to take ownership and contribute substantively.

    Responsibilities

    As a Functional Application Specialist, you will be responsible for the functional management and further development of PLM and engineering applications. Your tasks will include:

    • Translating engineering processes into functional specifications.
    • Analyzing and solving application issues in collaboration with business, IT, and suppliers.
    • Setting up, improving, and implementing application processes.
    • Managing interfaces, user rights, and authorizations.
    • Functionally supporting PLM and CAD users.
    • Developing training materials, documentation, and manuals.
    • Organizing and providing application-related training.

    Requirements

    • HBO (higher professional education) degree.
    • Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Functional Application Specialist or Functional Administrator.
    • Demonstrable knowledge of PLM principles and engineering processes.
    • Experience with CAD and PLM environments (such as 3DX, CATIA, Cadmatic, or similar).
    • Experience within the Maritime or Aerospace industry.
    • Ability to effectively liaise between business and IT.
    • Proactive, entrepreneurial attitude with strong ownership.
    • Professional working proficiency in English.
    • Dutch language skills preferred (working knowledge required for this role based in the Netherlands).

    Benefits

    • Gross salary between €4,000 - €5,700 per month.
    • 27 vacation days and 13 ADV days (additional time off).
    • Travel expense reimbursement.
    • Pension scheme with substantial employer contribution.
    • Profit sharing based on company results.
    • Opportunity for hybrid work.
    • Workplace divided across two locations, with fixed weekly presence.

    About Company

    You will be working for a large, project-driven technical organization active in a high-end industrial environment. Innovation and engineering are central, utilizing modern IT and application landscapes. The organization is characterized by a down-to-earth culture, a long-term vision, and a strong focus on knowledge development.

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    Location

    Middelburg

    Type

    Permanent, Fulltime

    Keywords

    Functional Application
    PLM
    CAD
    Engineering
    3DX
    CATIA
    Cadmatic
    Business Analysis
    IT
    Aerospace
    Maritime
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