⚙️ Thermal Furnace Construction Engineer
Division: Industry – Metals | John Cockerill
📍 Based in Liège – International Projects
🌍 Join a committed technology leader
Founded in 1817, John Cockerill supports sustainable innovation to address today’s global challenges.
With expertise in services and equipment for the energy, defense, industry, environment, transport, and infrastructure sectors, the Group designs tailor-made technological solutions for companies, governments, and communities.
With more than 8,000 employees, John Cockerill achieved revenues of €1.417 billion in 2024, across 28 countries on 5 continents.
🏗️ An opportunity within the Metals sector
Are you ready to work on impactful international projects in the steel and automotive industries?
Join John Cockerill as a Thermal Furnace Construction Engineer within the Industry – Metals division.
🧩 Position context
The metallurgical industry is evolving towards higher performance and sustainability.
John Cockerill’s Industry – Metals division designs and supplies advanced industrial equipment: reheating furnaces, surface treatment lines, rolling mills, automation systems, and more.
Thanks to our expertise in engineering, international project management, and sourcing, we deliver tailor-made solutions, providing support from installation to transformation and optimization.
🎯 Your role
Within the cold steel sector, the Thermal Furnace Construction Engineer acts as an internal (and occasionally external) reference, applying technical expertise in furnace construction to ensure the successful execution of projects within the thermal department.
You will master the technical knowledge required for the design and construction of annealing/galvanizing furnaces for process lines (carbon steel, stainless steel, silicon steel).
You may also take on responsibilities as a Thermal Engineer in one or more projects.
🛠️ Your responsibilities
1. Guide engineers toward proven technical solutions
2. Advise on the selection of materials, casing design (sheet metal), insulation, heating processes, piping, mechanical parts, and steel structures
3. Contribute to the development of new solutions (new steel grades, decarbonization, cost optimization)
4. Conduct active technology watch on solutions applicable to annealing/galvanizing furnaces
5. Represent John Cockerill internationally as a furnace supplier
6. Draft and update technical reference documents for engineers
7. Share expertise through training sessions and document knowledge
8. Provide occasional support to pre-projects (sales) in selecting and defending technical solutions
9. Carry out some or all of the activities of a Thermal Engineer depending on project involvement
👤 Profile
Technical skills:
10. Engineering degree or PhD in Thermal Engineering, Materials, Metallurgy, or Industrial Engineering
11. Project management and engineering experience
12. Expertise in heating, heat transfer, pressure losses, and insulation
13. Expertise in furnace mechanical equipment (roller seals, furnace rollers, etc.)
14. Sizing/design of high-temperature casings/piping
15. Knowledge of thermal processes (burners, electric resistances) and cooling systems
16. Ability to read and analyze drawings, P&IDs, and flow sheets
17. Software skills: AutoCAD, Inventor (a plus), MS Office Suite
18. Proficiency in French and professional English
Personal qualities:
19. Autonomy, responsiveness, and strong interpersonal skills
20. Teamwork, rigor, and organizational skills
21. Versatility and stress resilience
22. Analytical and synthesis skills, adaptability
23. Technical leadership, time management, and team motivation
24. Ability to transmit values and share knowledge
🎁 What we offer
25. A central role in high-stakes industrial projects
26. A collaborative, responsible, and innovation-driven culture
27. Technical challenges in an international environment
28. An attractive package including:
🚗 Company car
🍽️ Meal vouchers
💰 Performance-related bonus
🏠 Remote working opportunities
🌴 31 vacation days
📈 Health insurance & pension plan
📅 Recruitment process
29. Initial interview with Antoine Godeo Barrera (Talent Acquisition)
30. Technical & HR interview with project teams
31. Final meeting with division management
🚀 Ready to lead impactful international industrial projects?
Apply today at John Cockerill and become a key player in the industrial transition.
John Cockerill offers career and development opportunities across its different business sectors, in a friendly and collaborative work environment.
Would you like to join an innovative company that will allow you to tackle technical challenges every single day?
We look forward to receiving your application and meeting you soon!
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