Commissioning Engineer

Vyncke NV; Belgique; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning journey

Room for initiative

Impactful projects

Empowering team

Job summary

VYNCKE is seeking a Commissioning Engineer to bring complex energy-plant installations to life across Europe. You will coordinate on-site commissioning with the Project Team and Customer, test I/O and electrical connections, and upload PLC/visualization software, ensuring optimal plant startup and compliance with high standards.

You will oversee the first fire, fine-tune performance, monitor boiler outputs, and train customer operators for a seamless handover.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in electronics or electromechanics, specialized in automation or electrical engineering.
• Passion for automation and eager to apply hands-on knowledge.
• Strong problem-solving skills; able to work independently or in small teams.
• Autonomy, initiative and an international mindset to engage with customers.
• Willingness to travel and work on-site abroad for 2–4 weeks, mainly in Western Europe.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate on-site commissioning activities with stakeholders; act as bridge between Customer and Project Team.
• Conduct tests for I/O and electrical connections; upload PLC and visualization software.
• Oversee and execute the first fire during a VYNCKE project.
• Fine-tune installations to meet performance targets (stability, power output, emissions).
• Monitor boiler performance and report feedback to the Project Team.
• Provide training for Customer operators and maintenance teams; assist in handover.

Skills

Automation passion

Problem solving

Autonomy & initiative

Willing to travel

Fluent in English

Education

Master’s degree in electronics or electromechanics

Job description

As our Commissioning Engineer, you‘ll bring our installations to life, ensuring the successful startup of complex and large-scale energy plants across Europe. You’ll coordinate and execute the commissioning activities on site, working closely with both the Project Team and the Customer. By testing, tuning, and monitoring, you make sure the plant performs to the highest standards. In this role, you combine technical knowledge with hands‑on skills, and you’ll report to the Project Field Team Manager.

About The Job

• Coordinate commissioning activities on‑site, including progress meetings with all stakeholders. You will be the bridge between our Customer on‑site and the Project Team.
• Conduct tests for I/O, electrical connections, and upload the control software (PLC, visualization) for the energy plant.
• Oversee and execute the first fire, one of the highlight moments of a VYNCKE project.
• Fine‑tune the installation to achieve the required performance targets (stability, power output and emissions).
• Monitor boiler performance and share feedback with the Project Team on executed works and activities.
• Provide training for Customer operators and maintenance teams, and assist in the successful handover of the installation

About You

• Hold a master’s degree in electronics or electromechanics, specialized in automation or electrical engineering, or equivalent through experience.
• Be passionate about automation and eager to apply that knowledge hands‑on.
• Bring strong problem‑solving skills and enjoy working independently or in a small team.
• Show autonomy, initiative, and an international mindset to engage with customers.
• Be willing to travel and work on‑site abroad for periods of 2 to 4 weeks, mainly in Western Europe.
• Be fluent in English.

About Our Offer

• Join VYNCKE, and we can promise you that you will embark on a learning journey.
• We offer an environment where your skills are valued, with a direct impact by advising and supporting your fellow Vynckeneers.
• You’ll be part of a team that trusts and empowers you, where every challenge is an opportunity to shine and there is room for initiative and an openness to communicate your vision and ideas.
• Your career is more than a job – it’s a path to making a meaningful impact in the world of clean energy, one project at a time.

About VYNCKE

In 1912, more than a century ago, VYNCKE was born from the hands of a single blacksmith: Louis VYNCKE. Today, we’ve grown into a leader in the industry of clean energy technology. Our journey from a family‑run workshop to a pioneer in clean energy has been driven by an unwavering commitment to our customers and a deep respect for our planet. At VYNCKE, you join a legacy and a community that values tradition while fearlessly stepping into the future.