Project Engineer Motor Competence Center

Your role

Are you an electromechanical engineer with a passion for high-speed electric motors, electromagnetic simulation, and sustainable innovation? Do you want to play a crucial role in reaching Atlas Copco Group's science-based target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by developing next-generation powertrains? 

What does an electromagnetic design engineer do at the Atlas Copco Group in Wilrijk? As a member of the CT Motor Competence Center, you will actively participate in the electromagnetic design, testing, and field follow-up of high-speed direct-drive motors used in turbo compressors and expanders. You will oversee the entire development lifecycle, taking novel designs from early prototyping to serial production.

Your daily flow includes organizing lab test setups, test planning, and documentation to validate motor designs through practical execution. You support magnetic design activities, validate prototype parts, assess suppliers alongside Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) teams, and participate in thermal or material compatibility analyses. Additionally, you serve as a technical consultant for other internal teams and divisions on drivetrain-related challenges. To achieve optimal results, you will leverage state-of-the-art CAD/CAE/FEM and PDM tools. You will work via our hybrid model at our site in Wilrijk.

To succeed, you will need

At Atlas Copco Group, our slogan for various positions is "hire for attitude & train for skill". We train you for these positions through on-the-job-training. Do you only partly meet the profile as outlined below? No problem! We still encourage you to apply and take this opportunity. Who knows, on-the-job-training may be available for you for this position.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electromechanical or Mechanical Engineering, preferably with background or experience in electromagnetic design

• Experience in the electric motor manufacturing industry is considered a strong asset

• Proficiency with electromagnetic analysis software (such as Ansys Maxwell, MotorCAD, or Magnet) and mathematical computation packages (preferably MATLAB)

• Familiarity with 3D CAD systems (such as CATIA or Inventor) and MS Office 365 tools

• Industrially oriented team player with a creative, curious, and hands-on approach to technical problem-solving

• Preparedness to take ownership and lead small projects or project-related tasks

• Fluent communication skills in English; willingness to learn Dutch in practice if it is not your native language

In return, we offer

At Atlas Copco Group 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 access to a comprehensive onboarding program (including guidance by a personal godmother/godfather), continuous learning opportunities through our local training center, and access to global career pathways. We offer an interesting compensation and benefits package, including health insurance, paid leave, retirement benefits, and flexible hybrid working arrangements.

At Atlas Copco Group, we encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, philosophy, disability, age, sexual orientation, or identity.

Job location

This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing you to split your time between working remotely and being on-site at our site in Wilrijk.