PROJECT ENGINEER - BRUSSELS REGION (BELGIUM) - PERMANENT POSITION
We are seeking a highly motivated Project Engineer with an electromechanical background to support the installation, commissioning, and acceptance testing of complex technical systems.
In this role, you will manage projects from preparation through final customer handover, ensuring that all electromechanical equipment is installed safely, tested thoroughly, and delivered to the highest quality standards.
You will work closely with internal engineering teams, contractors, and customers, serving as the technical lead on-site and the primary point of contact during installation and system acceptance.
This position requires strong technical expertise, excellent coordination skills, and the ability to resolve issues quickly in a dynamic project environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Review technical specifications, engineering drawings, and customer requirements to plan installation and commissioning activities.
* Develop project schedules, installation plans, and resource needs.
* Coordinate with suppliers, contractors, and internal engineering teams to ensure all materials and technical documentation are ready prior to site work.
* Participate in project meetings, providing updates on technical readiness and execution plans.
* Oversee and support the installation of electromechanical systems, ensuring all work meets engineering standards, safety requirements, and project documentation.
* Provide hands-on technical guidance to installation teams and subcontractors.
* Identify and resolve technical challenges encountered during installation.
* Develop, perform, and document commissioning procedures, functional checks, and system performance tests.
* Lead Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) with customers.
* Diagnose and fix issues discovered during testing, ensuring all components and subsystems function as intended.
* Prepare final acceptance documentation and obtain customer approval.
* Maintain thorough records including installation reports, as-built documentation, punch lists, and test reports.
* Provide technical input for operation and maintenance manuals.
* Support the project manager with progress reporting, risk identification, and technical status updates.
* Ensure all installation and commissioning activities comply with company quality standards, industry codes, and regulatory requirements.
* Conduct and participate in safety assessments, tool-box talks, and adherence to safe work procedures (e.g., LOTO, risk assessments).
* Monitor workmanship quality and enforce corrective actions when required.
* Act as the technical contact for customers throughout installation and acceptance phases.
* Provide training to customer personnel on system operation and basic troubleshooting.
* Support follow-up service activities when needed.
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in Electromechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
* Experience with installation, commissioning, or testing of electromechanical systems (industrial equipment, automation, machinery, HVAC, or similar).
* Strong understanding of mechanical systems, electrical components, instrumentation, and controls.
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring schematics, and technical documentation.
* Proficiency in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues on-site.
* Excellent communication, coordination, and organizational skills.
* Experience working in industrial environments or construction sites.
* Familiarity with quality management systems and safety procedures.
* Basic knowledge of PLCs, sensors, actuators, and automation systems is an advantage.
* Ability to travel to customer sites as required.
The Offer:
* A permanent, full-time employment contract
* A salary & benefits package commensurate with experience
Please send over your CV to tom.walker@vividresourcing.com or call me on +32 (0) 3 318 00 74. As always, we are open to recommendations, so please feel free to pass this on to other suitable candidates.