Installation Engineer

Xeikon; Antwerpen; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Xeikon is seeking an Installation Engineer to join our HQ installation team in Belgium. You will own the installation and commissioning of Xeikon digital printing systems at customer sites across North America and beyond, ensuring readiness, safety, and adherence to Xeikon standards.

After training, you’ll work with customers, local service teams, and experts to deliver top-quality startups, troubleshoot on-site, and drive a successful handover.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electronics, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
• Preferably at least two years of experience in field service, equipment installation, equipment maintenance, or industrial printing.
• Strong hands-on troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, and software systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute installation and commissioning of Xeikon digital printing systems at customer sites.
• Confirm site readiness and coordinate installation activities with customers, logistics partners, and local service colleagues.
• Assemble, connect, configure, calibrate, and test mechanical, electrical, and software components.
• Diagnose and resolve issues during start-up, involving escalation to second-line experts when needed.
• Optimize system performance and print quality and complete acceptance testing with clear handover.
• Document installation activities, technical findings, corrective actions, and customer feedback.

Skills

Engineering degree

Electronics

Mechatronics

Field service experience

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Engineering/related field

Associate degree in Engineering/related field

Job description

Location: Based in Belgium, within commuting distance of our office in Lier, Antwerp.

Travel: 75 - 90%

Your primary mission

Globally install and commission Xeikon digital printing systems at customer sites. When the installation schedule is lighter, you will support the service team with maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical customer support.

About the role

Xeikon is looking for an Installation Engineer to join our HQ installation team. Based in Belgium, you will take ownership of new dry-toner press installations from initial preparation through successful production start-up.

Following comprehensive technical training, you will represent Xeikon Headquarters at customer sites. You will work closely with customers, local service colleagues, and our technical experts to ensure that every system meets Xeikon’s standards for print quality, reliability, safety, and customer satisfaction.

Installation and commissioning — primary responsibility

• Plan and execute the installation and commissioning of Xeikon digital printing systems at customer sites across North America.
• Confirm site readiness and coordinate installation activities with customers, logistics partners, local service colleagues, and technical specialists.
• Assemble, connect, configure, calibrate, and test mechanical, electrical, and software components.
• Diagnose and resolve issues during start-up, involving second-line technical experts when escalation is required.
• Optimize system performance and print quality.
• Complete acceptance testing and provide the customer with a clear technical handover.
• Document installation activities, technical findings, corrective actions, and customer feedback accurately and on time.

Local service support — secondary responsibility

• Support the service team when no installation is scheduled.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to keep customer equipment reliable and productive.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and software-related issues and drive them toward resolution.
• Act as a trusted technical advisor, helping customers achieve the best possible performance from their Xeikon systems.

What you bring

• An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electronics, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
• Preferably at least two years of experience in field service, equipment installation, equipment maintenance, or industrial printing.
• Strong hands-on troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, and software systems.
• The ability to learn complex technologies quickly, identify root causes, and translate findings into practical solutions.
• A self-directed, organized, and communicative working style, with the confidence to take ownership at customer sites.
• A safety-conscious, accountable, and flexible approach.
• The ability to collaborate effectively with local and international teams.
• The willingness and ability to travel globally up to 90%
• A valid driver’s license and passport.
• Join a global leader in digital printing technology.
• Receive extensive technical training and ongoing professional development.
• Work on varied and technically challenging projects.
• Benefit from a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and career opportunities within Flint Group.

About Xeikon

Xeikon designs, manufactures, and services digital color production printing systems for the commercial printing, label, and packaging markets. Since 2015, Xeikon has been part of Flint Group.

Ready to turn complex equipment installations into successful customer launches?