PAt Vinçotte (part of the Kiwa Group), we are a leading provider of inspection, certification, and homologation services, trusted across the automotive sector for our technical expertise and regulatory knowledge. With over 2,000 employees, we support clients globally in meeting the highest standards in quality, safety, and compliance — from vehicle type approval to cutting-edge technologies in sustainability and cybersecurity. As our team continues to grow, we are looking for an experienced Contract Manager – Vehicle Homologation (M/F/X) to help manage international homologation projects for leading automotive OEMs and component suppliers. /pbrpAs a Contract Manager, you will be responsible for managing bvehicle type approval projects /b across the European and UN regulatory frameworks (EU 2018/858, UNECE). You will coordinate directly with international manufacturers, laboratories, and government authorities to ensure compliance and certification of vehicles and systems. /p pYour role includes bon-site test witnessing /b, btechnical analysis /b, bdossier preparation /b, and the full follow-up process with the competent authorities in The Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Sweden and others. /p pYou thrive in a multicultural environment and are willing to travel abroad bmultiple times per year for extended periods /b, particularly to Japan, Korea, India, and other manufacturing hubs. /p pbKey Responsibilities /b /p ul liManage homologation projects from start to finish: planning, witnessing, analysis, certification /li liWitness approval tests at manufacturer or lab sites in accordance with Vinçotte and EU/UN procedures /li liReview and analyse technical reports from testing partners and prepare full approval documentation /li liLiaise with type approval authorities in BE, LU, or SE for certificate delivery /li liStay informed on evolving regulatory frameworks (e.g. EU 2018/858, UN R155/R156, ISO 9001) /li liBuild trusted client relationships and provide guidance during audits and approvals /li liCoordinate with internal experts, engineers, and auditors to ensure technical consistency and accuracy /li liMaintain structured documentation and reporting in compliance with internal quality systems /li /ulbrul libBachelor's or Master's degree /b in Automotive Engineering or a relevant technical field /li libMinimum 3 to 5 years of experience /b in the automotive sector, preferably in homologation or type approval /li liSolid understanding of bEU and UNECE vehicle regulations /b (e.g. EU 2018/858, UN R10, R13, R79, etc.) /li liExperience with bmanufacturing environments /b, bquality systems /b and bISO 9001 /b is a strong plus /li liTechnically analytical, precise in documentation, and able to work autonomously /li liStrong communicator, with the ability to manage stakeholders and clients in an international context /li liFluent in bEnglish /b, and either bDutch /b or bFrench /b is a must /li libLiving in Belgium /b or willing to relocate on own expense /li liWillingness and ability to btravel internationally several times a year /b for bperiods of 2–5 weeks /b /li /ulbrul liA key technical role within a growing, internationally recognised homologation team /li liReal impact at the intersection of bmobility, regulation and innovation /b /li liInternational exposure with leading global manufacturers /li liBelgian contract with: ul libCompetitive salary and bonus /b /li libCompany car + fuel card /b /li lib34 vacation days /b /li libDaily travel allowance when abroad /b /li libHealth and group insurance /b /li libMeal vouchers, mobile phone, laptop /b /li libFlexible working hours and hybrid options /b /li /ul /li /ul pKindly note that we are unfortunately unable to offer bvisa sponsorship /b or facilitate bwork permits /b at this time. /pbrHubs, Audit, Technical analysis, Documentation, Iso 9001, Delivery, Homologation, Provided Guidance, Dossier Preparation, Manufacturing, Laboratory Work, Projects, Technical Reports, Regulation, Contracts, Planning, Quality systems, Stay Informed, Vehicle Management, Coordination, Vehicles, Liasion duties, Reporting, Analysis, Testing, Building Trust, Management, Customer Relations, Internal Quality, VehiclesbrpJBRP1_BE /p