Battery Engineer

ENGIBEX; West-Vlaanderen; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Engibex in Belgium seeks a Battery Systems Engineer to shape the next generation of EV batteries. You will translate product needs into practical battery requirements and work with engineering, purchasing and suppliers to deliver across the full lifecycle.

You will grow deeper in battery technology or embedded electronics and collaborate across disciplines in a dynamic environment. The role emphasizes ownership, planning and hands‑on problem solving with a strong Dutch/English language

Qualifications

• Engineering background in electrical engineering, electronics, mechatronics or automotive engineering.
• Solid understanding of battery technology or embedded electronics in electrified vehicles.
• Ability to take ownership, follow issues to resolution, and explain decisions across teams.

Responsibilities

• Set the technical direction by assessing battery technologies and roadmapping.
• Define battery requirements, interfaces and acceptance criteria.
• Drive integration with mechanical, electrical and software engineers to ensure correct performance.
• Collaborate with suppliers to evaluate components and resolve questions.
• Support verification and release through test planning and result review.
• Solve problems across the lifecycle, supporting production and service teams.
• Build shared battery knowledge by documenting key decisions for colleagues.

Skills

Engineering background

Dutch language

English language

Problem solving

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Education

Electrical/Mechatronics/Automotive engineering

Job description

We are a Belgian engineering consulting firm that assists SMEs and large industrial organizations in bringing their innovation and R&D initiatives to life.

Job Description

Help shape the battery technology behind the next generation of electric vehicles. In this role, you combine technical depth with a broad view of product development, taking batteries from early requirements and supplier selection through integration, production and in-service support. You will be the technical reference for battery-related decisions. Working with engineering teams, purchasing and suppliers, you will turn product needs into practical solutions and follow them through the full lifecycle.

What you'll do

• Set the technical direction. Assess emerging battery technologies, compare available solutions and develop a roadmap that balances performance, safety, reliability and future product needs.
• Turn needs into specifications. Define battery requirements, interfaces and acceptance criteria. Review design proposals and understand the consequences of technical changes.
• Drive integration. Work with mechanical, electrical and software engineers to ensure the battery performs as intended within the vehicle.
• Work closely with suppliers. Lead technical discussions, evaluate proposed components and resolve questions throughout development.
• Support verification and release. Contribute to test planning, review results and help demonstrate that the design meets its requirements.
• Solve problems throughout the lifecycle. Support production and service teams, investigate failures and turn findings into improvements for current and future designs.
• Build shared expertise. Document key decisions and make battery knowledge accessible to colleagues across projects.

Profile / Requirements

What you bring

You have an engineering background in electrical engineering, electronics, mechatronics, automotive engineering or a related field. Relevant practical experience is equally valuable.

You understand battery technology or have a solid foundation in embedded electronics and electrified vehicles, with the motivation to deepen your expertise. You can work through complex technical questions, define clear requirements and explain your reasoning to people from different disciplines.

We are looking for someone who takes responsibility, follows issues through to resolution and enjoys working across team boundaries. You should be comfortable moving between long-term planning and hands‑on technical problem-solving. A good command of Dutch and English is required.

What you can expect

A role with meaningful influence over technical decisions and the opportunity to see your work progress from concept into production and everyday use. You will collaborate with specialists across engineering and manufacturing, work directly with international suppliers and have room to develop your expertise.

The position offers autonomy, varied technical challenges, opportunities for professional growth and a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Why join us ?

We offer you a position as a consultant within the fascinating world of high tech and innovation. We provide a complete package with on one side training, coaching and a close follow-up, and on the other side a balanced salary package with fringe benefits based on your capabilities and experience.

Working with us means choosing a long-term perspective, development possibilities, and a personal approach. A human-centered, diverse company that values and supports your physical and mental well-being.