Electrical Project Engineer

ALTEN; Antwerpen; Sur place; EUR 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

ALTEN in Antwerpen seeks an Electrical Project Engineer to lead energized projects from concept through production, coordinating cross-functional teams to shape products, production flows, logistics and aftersales. You will define and implement control strategies, ensure cabinet design quality, and work with suppliers to qualify components.

Fluent English is required; Dutch is a plus. Strong hands-on electrical design, documentation and problem-solving skills are essential for this role in a

Qualifications

• Passion for electrical design and strong general technical knowledge.
• Experience with machine controls and programming (Siemens TIA/Simatic) is a plus.
• Fluent English; Dutch language skills are a plus.

Responsabilités

• Lead projects from concept to completion, from ideas/lab prototypes to production.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape products, production flows, logistics, sales and aftersales.
• Coordinate design and release of electrical schematics, BOMs and wiring.
• Define, program, and implement control strategies in software and hardware.
• Follow up on qualification of components and electrical cabinet design with suppliers.
• Oversee the realization of electrical cabinets and wiring.
• Troubleshoot quality and performance issues in production and field installations.
• Ensure compliance with IEC/UL/CSA/IEEE standards and regulations.
• Document and share knowledge acquired during projects.

Connaissances

Electrical design

Cross-functional collaboration

Product development experience

Fluent English

Communication skills

Proactive mindset

Outils

AutoCAD Electrical

E-Plan

Siemens TIA/Simatic

Description du poste

Join a dynamic engineering team focused on Energy Conversion Solutions within the Oil-Free Air division. This team is on a mission to develop sustainable solutions by launching a new product range centered on steam processes.

As an Electrical Project Engineer, you will:

• Lead projects from concept to completion, witnessing products evolve from ideas and lab prototypes to full-scale production.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape products, production flows, logistics, sales processes, and aftermarket support.
• Work closely with project leaders and engineers in both local and international settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Select and specify main electrical components (e.g., motors, variable speed drives, solenoid valves, sensors, contactors, transformers, filters).
• Coordinate the design and release of electrical schematics, BOMs (Bill of Materials), and wiring.
• Define, program, and implement control strategies, translating them into software and hardware solutions.
• Follow up on the qualification of electrical components and electrical cabinet design with suppliers.
• Oversee the realization of electrical cabinets and wiring.
• Troubleshoot quality and performance issues in production and field installations, implementing permanent solutions.
• Apply and ensure compliance with international standards and regulations (e.g., IEC, UL, CSA, IEEE).
• Document and share knowledge acquired during projects.

What You Bring

Technical Skills:

• Passion for electrical design and strong general technical knowledge.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical and E-Plan is a plus.
• Experience in machine controls and control programming (e.g., Siemens TIA or Simatic) is a plus.

Soft Skills:

• Fluent English (Dutch is a plus).
• Strong communication skills across all levels of the organization.
• Experience in a product development environment is a strong advantage.
• Mindset: Proactive, collaborative, and detail-oriented with a focus on innovation and problem-solving.