Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer – Senior
ASAP to end of the year (options to extend)
Olen, Belgium
 
Your task is to participate in engineering projects for the site facilities and the different business units EOM & CSM to modernize, adapt and expand their hydro- and pyrometallurgical production facilities on the Olen site.
 
Primary tasks & responsibilities

• Translate client requirements into a technical design for equipment, piping, and mechanical components of an installation.
• Provide input and coordinate the drawing of PFDs and P&IDs by a drafter.
• Design layout plans, mechanical structures, and components in 3D, create detailed drawings, or coordinate the drafting by a drafter.
• Prepare piping specifications (including isometrics).
• Perform basic calculations (pipe resistance, pump calculations, pipe sizing, determining PED class, heat capacity, etc.).
• Provide advice for risk analyses and ensure the implementation of measures in the design.
• Prepare specifications/requirement books for bidding and execution files.
• Participate in procurement activities related to projects (from inquiry, through ordering and delivery, to completion and invoicing).
• Prepare budgets and contribute to planning for your discipline.
• Respect agreed quality, deadlines, and budgets.
• Discuss the construction file with site managers regarding project realization and provide technical support during execution and startup of the project.
• Maintain contacts with internal clients and external partners/contractors.
• Monitor the quality of work delivered by external partners/contractors.
• Archive documents and ensure an as-built technical construction file is maintained.

 
Technical Profile Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanics or Electromechanics or equivalent through experience.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in designing process installations in an industrial environment.
• Experience with AutoCAD and ACAD Plant 3D software (experience with Revit, Inventor, or other programs is a plus).
• Experience in setting up 3D layouts is a plus.
• Operational knowledge of legal regulations and guidelines (PED, ATEX, VLAREM, etc.) is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of chemistry, electricity, and automation, along with necessary material knowledge.

 
Non-Technical Profile Requirements:

• Skilled in analyzing, reporting, organizing, and solving technical issues.
• A team player with strong communication and social skills.
• Proficient in using office software packages.

 
Certifications

• VCA is mandatory

 
Language proficiencies

• Fluent in Dutch & English
• Basic knowledge of German & French

 
Location

• Olen
• On site presence is mandatory.
• Ad hoc home work can be approved by the hiring manager upon request.

 
Contract

• First contract till EOY
• extension possible

 
Interviews

• First interview via teams: 30-45min.
• 2nd interview onsite at Olen