Electrical Hardware Engineer

Vulcain Engineering Group | Belgium; Tienen; On-site; EUR 53,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Fuel card

Meal vouchers

Eco cheques

Insurance

Sectorial bonus

Representation fees

Job summary

Vulcain Engineering Group in Belgium seeks an Electrical Hardware Engineer to design electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and pneumatic systems using EPLAN Electric P8. You will select components, perform power calculations and develop 3D cabinet layouts while collaborating with automation, software, process and mechanical teams.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years in hardware design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of hardware design experience in electrical engineering or industrial automation.
• Experience with EPLAN Electric P8 or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and pneumatic systems.
• Develop and review electrical cabinet designs and 3D layouts.
• Support prototype panel assembly and ensure safety/certification compliance.
• Perform power calculations and select components per project requirements.
• Collaborate with automation, software, process and mechanical teams.
• Participate in design reviews and risk assessments.
• Support verification, testing and commissioning activities.

Skills

Electrical design

Wiring diagrams

Pneumatic systems

Multidisciplinary teamwork

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering

Tools

EPLAN Electric P8

BA4/BA5 certifications

Job description

As part of our Life Sciences activities, we are looking for a Electrical Hardware Engineer to support the design and development of advanced industrial equipment within a highly innovative manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for the design of electrical and pneumatic systems, from component selection and cabinet design to testing and commissioning activities. Working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, you will contribute to the development of high-performance equipment while ensuring compliance with industry standards, machine safety requirements and quality expectations.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

• Design electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and pneumatic systems using EPLAN Electric P8.
• Select electrical and automation components, perform power calculations and define technical solutions aligned with project requirements.
• Develop and review electrical cabinet designs, including 3D cabinet layouts.
• Support the assembly and validation of prototype control panels in compliance with applicable certifications and safety requirements.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations such as IEC-61010, IEC-60204-1, IEC-61326-1, CE and other applicable industrial standards.
• Collaborate with automation, software, process and mechanical engineering teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Participate in design reviews, technical risk assessments and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support verification, testing and commissioning activities to ensure equipment functionality and compliance.
• Contribute to the preparation of engineering documentation and technical files.

ABOUT YOU:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Electromechanics or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in hardware design, electrical engineering or industrial automation.
• Experience with EPLAN Electric P8 or similar tools
• Experience designing electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and pneumatic systems.
• Knowledge of electrical component sizing, power calculations and control cabinet design.
• Experience with prototype panel assembly and familiarity with BA4 and/or BA5 certifications is considered a strong asset.
• Good knowledge of industrial electrical standards and machine compliance requirements.
• Understanding of GAMP5 principles, from requirements definition through testing activities.
• Experience participating in risk assessments and multidisciplinary engineering reviews.
• Fluent English is mandatory. Knowledge of Dutch or French is highly appreciated.

ABOUT US:

Vulcain Engineering is a group specialized in the energy sector that supports companies active in Renewable & Nuclear Energy, Gas & Infrastructure through our Study Offices and Consultancy services. Vulcain Engineering Group is positioned as a transformation partner thanks to its ultra-specialization in strategic sectors which positively impact the transformation of our society and supports its clients in their transformation towards more sustainable and responsible models. Vulcain supports its clients throughout the entire life cycle of their projects, from design to commissioning, by integrating constructability and safety requirements right from the design phase.

In Belgium, our activities focus on consultancy services, delivering expertise in three main areas:

• Energy/Infrastructure
• Life Sciences

With headquarters based in Brussels, and clients spread all over the country, we address key projects in the Belgian industry, offering our consultants the opportunity to work on challenging topics and discover different areas during their time at Vulcain.

Why would you apply?

• An annual gross salary ranging from 52 500€ to 61 500€ paid over 13,92 months and advantages such as a company car (and fuel card), representation fees, insurances, meal vouchers, eco cheques, a sectorial bonus (the salary indicated corresponds to the level of experience mentioned in the job description. For any other level of experience, the annual salary may vary accordingly)
• A tailored career path within the company : opportunities to discover different business units, training, follow-up from your business manager, and a development evaluation every year
• A human-based company with slightly more than 120 consultants and synergies between the different business units