Project engineer
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Your role
As a Project Engineer within the Vacuum Engineering team at Airpower Wilrijk, you are part of a warm and driven team that designs state-of-the-art vacuum pumps from the ground up. You take ownership of various projects, managing and supporting their development from concept to implementation. You organize and lead technical and project meetings with key stakeholders in marketing, production, service, purchasing, and external suppliers. You evaluate new vacuum technologies and components for their technical and economic feasibility. You conduct in-depth data analysis of our connected vacuum pumps to identify areas for improvement and solve issues. You help develop and refine data-driven software and control algorithms to enhance performance, reliability, and efficiency. In close collaboration with the marketing and application teams, you make sure that our machine designs closely match customer requirements. You contribute actively to our protected IP portfolio and work together with the lab to bring your innovations to life. Finally, you play an important role in strengthening our team’s technical capabilities in mechatronics, software, sensors, control systems, and data analysis.
To succeed, you will need
At Atlas Copco, our slogan for various positions is "hire for attitude & train for skill". We train you for these positions through on-the-job-training. If you partly but not fully meet the profile as outlined below, we still encourage you to apply and take this opportunity. Who knows, on-the-job-training may be available for you for this position.
- You have a Master’s degree in Mechatronic, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
- You are passionate about mechatronics, software, technology, and innovation, and motivated to keep learning and growing
- You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and approach challenges creatively and pragmatically
- You are fluent in English and have solid computer skills (e.g. MS Office, MATLAB, Python, CAD...)
- You are a proactive team player with excellent communication skills, ideally with some experience in mechatronics and/or software developmen
In return, we offer you
At Atlas Copco you will join an international and diverse environment with specialists from different disciplines. Our culture is rooted in Swedish values, which includes a family feeling, respect and diversity. We invest in our employees' development and well-being, and we provide a flexible work-life balance. With our inclusive and caring environment, you get the support and inspiration you need to grow. Here, your ideas are embraced, and you never stop learning.
You will have a comprehensive onboarding program, including guidance by a personal godmother/godfather. You will have access to global job opportunities, as part of the Atlas Copco Group. We offer an interesting compensation and benefits package, including health insurance, paid leave and retirement benefits.
Diverse by nature and inclusive by choice
Bright ideas come from all of us. The more unique perspectives we embrace, the more innovative we are. Together we build a culture where difference is valued and we share a deep sense of purpose and belonging.