Technical engineering – Project Engineer
Organisation
Position
: Project Manager
Country
: Belgium
Location
: Nexans Network Solutions NNS - EREMBODEGEM
Reporting to
: Innovation Director
Company Context
Nexans is a global leader in cable systems and accessories for power transmission and distribution. The Power Accessories Division designs and manufactures medium voltage accessories for energy networks worldwide.
In a highly competitive market, delivering product designs that combine cost-efficiency, reliability, and safety is a strategic priority. To maintain its leadership and expand into new markets, Nexans invests heavily in innovation and product development.
Within the
Accessories Business Unit (ABU)
, the Erembodegem site hosts the R&D team specializing in
separable Connectors
, one of the four major technologies in our portfolio (Cold Shrink, Heat Shrink, Separable Connectors, Ferrules & Lugs). The R&D Project Manager will play a major role in leading innovation projects from concept to market launch, ensuring technical excellence, quality, and effective risk management.
Purpose of the Role
The Technical engineering Project Manager is responsible for:
* Delivering successful R&D projects, from requirements analysis up to the launching phase
* Ensuring alignment with business objectives, technical specifications, and compliance standards.
* Supporting R&D manager to allocate and monitor resources effectively.
* Ensuring the right application of the project management process
* Strengthening cross-functional activities with marketing, technical, industrial and purchasing team
Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership
* Plan, coordinate, and oversee R&D projects from design through market release.
* Define milestones, budgets, resources, and deliverables.
* Ensure adherence to timelines, cost targets, and quality standards.
Technical Coordination
* Collaborate with engineers, technicians, laboratories, and production teams.
* Guarantee compliance with relevant technical and regulatory standards (IEC, CENELEC).
* Drive design reviews and prototype validation.
Challenge the status-quo
* Align every functions toward the common objectives.
* Challenge usual way of doing things to improve the outcomes
Reporting & Communication
* Organize regular project progress updates to the R&D Manager and BU stakeholders.
* Deliver project presentations, reports, and documentation.
Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
* Apply and enforce company HSE policies and procedures.
* Promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement in all activities.
Compliance
* Ensure adherence to Nexans' ethical guidelines, corporate governance, and internal procedures.
Expected Results
* Projects delivered on time, within budget, and meeting all quality requirements.
* Deliverables that are accurate, complete, and fully aligned with customer needs.
* Positive feedback from both internal stakeholders and customers.
Scope of the Position
Tools & Resources
* CAD/CAE systems (CREO, SolidWorks, or equivalent).
* Internal laboratories and testing facilities (PABU, LCIE…).
* Project management and communication tools.
Internal Interfaces
* Engineering, Quality, Industrialization, Purchasing, Sales & Marketing, Production.
External Interfaces
* Customers, suppliers, subcontractors, and testing laboratories.
Skills & Qualifications
Technical Skills
Interpersonal Skills
* Project management methodologies (PMP, Stage-Gate, Agile).
* Knowledge of mechanical and electrical standards (IEC, CENELEC).
* Understanding of medium voltage electrical phenomena (partial discharge, dielectric stresses, insulation aging).
* Proficiency in MS Office Suite; ability to manage technical documentation.
* Technical English (spoken and written).
* Strong organizational and planning skills.
* Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate multiple stakeholders.
* Analytical and problem-solving mindset.
* Initiative and innovation-oriented approach.
* Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Education & Experience
* Master's degree (Bac+5) in Electrical Engineering, Electromechanics, Materials Science, or Industrial Design.
* Minimum 3 years of experience in R&D project management within an industrial environment, ideally in medium/high voltage accessories or related fields
Key Behaviours
* Initiative and proactive thinking.
* Effective communication and active listening.
* Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
* Autonomy and reliability.
* High attention to detail and precision.
Career Opportunities
This role offers professional growth within a global organization, exposure to international markets, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies that power the energy networks of tomorrow.