About IPCOS
IPCOS is a technology independent service provider for industrial digitalization in the energy and process industry. Headquartered in Leuven (Belgium), the company employs over 80 experts in 7 locations worldwide.
It is IPCOS' mission to help its worlwide customers to further digitalize their plants with a view to maximizing asset performance. IPCOS project engineers deliver tailor-made, state-of-the-art digitalization solutions. We have delivered more than 1000 projects in 50 locations in 30 countries.
Thanks to our sustained growth and increased focus on digitalization, we are looking to hire an Digital Asset Consultant. The position is based in Leuven (BE) or in Boxtel (NL), but the role will be very internationally oriented. You will support IPCOS in the further implementation of its growth strategy.
If you are passionate about digital transformation, have experience with real-time data integration, and are excited to work on diverse projects that bridge the gap between OT and IT, we would love to hear from you!
The Role: Digital Asset Consultant
As a Digital Asset Consultant, you will design, deliver, and support real-time data systems, enabling our clients to optimize their plant operations by integrating data from various sources, including control systems and cloud platforms. Your primary responsibility will be to facilitate IT/OT convergence, helping businesses utilize data more effectively, streamline processes, and ensure seamless integration between plant systems and business-level applications.
If you are passionate about digital transformation, have experience with real-time data integration, and are excited to work on diverse projects that bridge the gap between OT and IT, we would love to hear from you!
You will collaborate closely with clients in multiple industries, managing projects from start to finish. Some examples:

• Data Integration: Extract and integrate data from various plant to higher-level MES platforms, cloud solutions, and business intelligence tools.

• Real-Time Systems Management: Work with time-series databases like OSIsoft PI and Aspen Tech IP21 to handle critical sensor data (e.g., temperature, pressure, flow) and ensure high-frequency data extraction.

• Data Contextualization: Implement asset frameworks (AF) to make raw machine data comprehensible, enabling business users to derive actionable insights.

• Visualization: Develop dashboards and visual tools for both real-time and historical data using solutions such as PI Vision and Aspen ONE Process Explorer.

Profile

• You hold a degree in Engineering (Chemical, Electrical, Computer Science, or Mathematical Engineering), or a related field with affinity for technology and data integration.

• You have 2-5 years of Hands-on experience with real-time data historians and MES platforms. (e.g. OSIsoft PI and/or Aspen Tech IP21.

• Experience with multiple systems and integration projects is highly valued.

• Other valuable experience:

o Experience with the Seeq platform is preferred
o Familiarity with data contextualization and asset frameworks.
o Understanding of operational technology (OT) and data integration.

• Additional Skills (Nice-to-Have):

o Development skills, particularly in .NET frameworks (C#) or Python.
o Understanding of OPC protocols for communication between control systems.

• Soft Skills: Excellent organizational skills, ability to operate in a fast-paced environment, and a strong drive to learn and innovate.

What to expect from IPCOS?
You will build an international career in a fast-paced, fast-growing organization. Your role will be broad and challenging, in an intellectually stimulating environment. Our cafeteria-remuneration package is competitive and includes benefits and flexible work hours. IPCOS fosters cooperation between colleagues, yet also gives room for independent work and entrepreneurial minds. We promote communication within an informal, constructive and no-nonsense culture. As an industrial digitalization consultant at IPCOS, you can really make a difference.