Be part of something bigger
As the world and the way people live is changing, we at Bekaert believe it's our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. With a 140+ year old heritage of excellence, innovation, and a future-focused mindset, we strive to create value for our customers and society. We aim to do this through innovative solutions and sustainable practices. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of steel wire transformation and coatings whilst also leveraging our expertise to develop innovative solutions with new materials and services in a safe, smart, and sustainable way. Our focus extends to markets such as new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy.
As a dynamic and growing company with over employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and almost € 5.3 billion in combined revenue in 2023, we are looking for someone like you to join our team as we continue to shape a safer, more efficient, and connected world
Purpose and Mission
Within the Bekaert Technology Center, located in Deerlijk and responsible for steering the global development of new processes and products, we are currently looking for a driven R&D Process Technician with a passion for mechanics.
Are you passionate about mechanics?
Do you get energy from contributing to the development of new products and processes?
Do you also find it important to safeguard and document knowledge and expertise in procedures and in the quality system?
Then you might be the R&D Process Technician with a passion for mechanics that we are looking for.
Key Activities and Responsibilities
* You continuously develop your knowledge of the production process and are driven to become a true expert in this field.
* You provide excellent support to the team across a wide range of projects and activities. For example, you will lead trials for new production processes, guiding operators who carry out these trials.
* You actively and innovatively contribute to the development of new products and processes and support their rollout across the various departments.
* You are responsible for safeguarding and documenting knowledge so it can be used in different factories worldwide. You translate this knowledge into procedures and also provide administrative support in the area of quality management.
* You act as a point of contact and advise production departments worldwide on their issues and projects, both remotely and—when necessary—on site. You also carry out, report on, and follow up on process audits.
* Organizing and supervising trials
* Documenting and analyzing trials and production data, including basic statistical analysis
* Writing reports, quality documents, and training materials
* Providing training within one's own area of expertise
* Customer-oriented and quality-conscious, both externally and internally
* Building a strong network across locations and departments
Skills
* You have a hands-on mindset.
* You are pragmatic in your approach.
* You are a true team player, both within your own team and in collaboration with other departments and sites across Bekaert.
* You are willing to follow training during the first year of employment at a foreign plant (minimum 3 up to maximum 6 months).
* You are willing to travel up to 20% of your time (one trip usually takes about one week).
* You speak and write English very fluently.
* Working accurately and with great attention to detail
* Strong communication skills
* Digitally proficient
Previous Experience
* Minimum 1-3 years of experience in T&I, production, or a similar technical role is required.
* Hands-on experience with conducting tests and trials, as well as implementing new technologies and processes.
Qualifications and Education
* You obtained a bachelor's degree in a technical field (mechanics, electromechanics, etc.).
Be bold and take the leap
We're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team
At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
To learn more about us and our exciting career opportunities, visit Bekaert Careers