Project Leader - Centrifugal Compressor Development

Your role

Are you a technically minded project leader who can connect experts, align international teams and turn complex engineering challenges into successful products? Join our Centrifugal Compressor team and help shape the next generation of sustainable compressor technology.

Our experienced team develops centrifugal compressors that are used worldwide. We pride ourselves on delivering some of the most energy-efficient compressor solutions on the market. With rated powers of up to 6300 kW per compressor, even small improvements can have a significant impact on energy consumption and sustainability. Besides product development, we continuously invest in research and technology development to remain at the forefront of our industry. Our projects range from clean-sheet product development to upgrades of existing products and disruptive innovations in collaboration with universities, research institutes and industrial partners.

We are passionate about technology and continuously push boundaries through advanced engineering methods, multidisciplinary optimization and close collaboration across departments and regions. Working in our team means contributing directly to a more sustainable future while continuously learning and growing as an engineer and leader. You will be responsible for both product development and technology development projects, bringing together experts from different disciplines, departments and international locations. You will create alignment around common objectives and help multidisciplinary teams move projects forward successfully.

You combine a solid technical understanding with strong leadership skills. While you are not expected to be the deepest technical specialist in every domain, you can understand technical challenges, challenge proposals when needed, facilitate technical trade-offs and help teams make well-founded decisions. You also maintain an overview of the complete project scope, planning, budget and risks, while ensuring that critical details receive the necessary attention. You proactively identify obstacles, manage uncertainties and help the team navigate demanding situations with confidence and pragmatism.

You lead through influence rather than hierarchy. By building trust and fostering collaboration, you create momentum within multidisciplinary project teams and enable experts to perform at their best. You listen to different stakeholder perspectives, bridge competing interests and help establish consensus in a constructive manner. You are comfortable communicating with all levels of the organization. You can present complex topics concisely to project teams, stakeholders and divisional management, using strong presentation skills and high-quality communication materials. As an ambassador for our products and technologies, you understand our customers’ challenges and keep customer value at the center of your decision making.

In the world of centrifugal compressors, breakthroughs rarely come from easy opportunities. Success comes from making the right technical choices, relentlessly pursuing improvements and aligning talented people around a common vision. If that challenge excites you, we would love to hear from you. You will report to the Team Leader Centrifugal Compressors and work in a hybrid setup from our site in Wilrijk. Occasional international travel may be required.

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.

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent through experience.
• Experience leading technical projects in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.
• Ability to understand complex technical concepts and facilitate engineering decision-making.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Pragmatic, result-oriented mindset with the ability to work effectively in situations with uncertainty.
• Ability to build trust and collaboration across teams, functions and cultures.
• Strong team player with a collaborative leadership style.
• Fluent in English; knowledge of Dutch is considered an advantage.

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 a comprehensive onboarding program, including guidance by a personal godmother/godfather. You will also 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.

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.