» Contract Manager – Vehicle Homologation (M/F/X)
Contract Manager – Vehicle Homologation (M/F/X) (2025-4799)
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Our Mission
At 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.
Function
As a Contract Manager, you will be responsible for managing vehicle type approval projects 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.
Your role includes on-site test witnessing, technical analysis, dossier preparation, and the full follow-up process with the competent authorities in The Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Sweden and others.
You thrive in a multicultural environment and are willing to travel abroad multiple times per year for extended periods, particularly to Japan, Korea, India, and other manufacturing hubs.
Key Responsibilities
1. Manage homologation projects from start to finish: planning, witnessing, analysis, certification
2. Witness approval tests at manufacturer or lab sites in accordance with Vinçotte and EU/UN procedures
3. Review and analyse technical reports from testing partners and prepare full approval documentation
4. Liaise with type approval authorities in BE, LU, or SE for certificate delivery
5. Stay informed on evolving regulatory frameworks (e.g. EU 2018/858, UN R155/R156, ISO 9001)
6. Build trusted client relationships and provide guidance during audits and approvals
7. Coordinate with internal experts, engineers, and auditors to ensure technical consistency and accuracy
8. Maintain structured documentation and reporting in compliance with internal quality systems
Profile
9. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Automotive Engineering or a relevant technical field
10. Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in the automotive sector, preferably in homologation or type approval
11. Solid understanding of EU and UNECE vehicle regulations (e.g. EU 2018/858, UN R10, R13, R79, etc.)
12. Experience with manufacturing environments, quality systems and ISO 9001 is a strong plus
13. Technically analytical, precise in documentation, and able to work autonomously
14. Strong communicator, with the ability to manage stakeholders and clients in an international context
15. Fluent in English, and either Dutch or French is a must
16. Living in Belgium or willing to relocate on own expense
17. Willingness and ability to travel internationally several times a year for periods of 2–5 weeks
Our offer
18. A key technical role within a growing, internationally recognised homologation team
19. Real impact at the intersection of mobility, regulation and innovation
20. International exposure with leading global manufacturers
21. Belgian contract with:Competitive salary and bonusCompany car + fuel card34 vacation daysDaily travel allowance when abroadHealth and group insuranceMeal vouchers, mobile phone, laptopFlexible working hours and hybrid options
Kindly note that we are unfortunately unable to offer visa sponsorship or facilitate work permits at this time.