Senior Mechanical Engineer
Location: Hoboken, Antwerp, Belgium
Assignment Type: Contract until 31 December 2025 (with potential to extend)
Schedule: Monday to Friday (Full-time, on-site presence required)
Overview
We are supporting a major industrial project in Belgium and currently seeking a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer to join the on-site engineering team in Hoboken. This is a long-term contract role with the potential for extension beyond the initial term. The successful candidate will be instrumental in driving key mechanical and piping projects within a highly technical production environment undergoing significant upgrades.
Role Summary
As part of a cross-functional engineering team, you will manage the full lifecycle of mechanical projects — from initial concept and design through to implementation and commissioning. You will be responsible for designing complex systems, liaising with contractors and vendors, and supporting the execution of installations, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in line with technical requirements.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop mechanical and piping designs by integrating inputs from various project stakeholders
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Translate conceptual ideas into detailed technical drawings and documentation
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Prepare technical specifications, manage supplier inquiries and purchase orders, and oversee delivery tracking
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Collaborate with the project manager to estimate budgets, define schedules, and monitor project performance
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Coordinate site works, including installation activities, safety adherence, and punch list resolution
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Support system start-up and commissioning phases, ensuring scope, budget, and timelines are respected
Technical Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanics, or a related discipline
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At least 10 years of relevant experience in mechanical engineering within industrial environments
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Sound understanding of rotating machinery, piping systems, pumps, and thermodynamics
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Proficiency in 2D and 3D design software, capable of developing smaller installations independently
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Experienced in preparing and managing tender documentation
Personal Attributes
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Able to work autonomously and manage competing priorities
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Assertive, hands-on, and solutions-focused with excellent organisational skills
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Strong interpersonal and communication abilities
Language Skills
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Fluent in Dutch
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Good working knowledge of English
Additional Information
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Start Date: Immediate availability preferred
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Duration: Contract until end of 2025, with extension opportunities
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Location: Based 100% on-site in Hoboken, occasional home working may be considered after initial integration
This role presents a fantastic opportunity for a mechanical engineering professional to contribute to high-impact, sustainability-focused industrial projects. If you’re looking to apply your technical expertise in a collaborative and innovation-driven environment, we encourage you to apply.