Project Engineer

Zymofix NV; Deinze; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Zymofix NV is a dynamic scale-up focused on sustainable microbial products for agriculture. We are seeking a Project Engineer to lead engineering projects, notably the construction of our new industrial-scale demo plant, coordinate productions with partners in Spain, and support relocation and scale-up activities to the new site.

You will work cross-functionally to ensure progress, quality, and budget adherence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and follow up on the execution of small- and large-scale engineering projects from conception to completion.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external engineers/partners to keep projects aligned and on track.
• Co-prepare and guide the construction of a new demo industrial facility for microorganism production.
• Coordinate production runs with an external partner in Spain, including transport and communication.
• Assist relocation and scale-up of operations to the new site, contributing to layout and flow.

Job description

Zymofix is a dynamic and innovative scale‑up dedicated to fostering sustainable and circular agriculture. We specialize in creating effective and economically viable microbial products designed to reduce farmers' reliance on agrochemicals while maintaining high levels of productivity.

We are looking for a Project Engineer with a critical mindset to reinforce our engineering team. You will be responsible for:

Responsibilities

• Project execution & follow-up: Oversee and follow up on the execution of small- and large-scale engineering projects from conception to completion. Most notably the construction of our new industrial-scale demo plant. You’ll work closely with, and supported by, our external engineering partner who handles the detailed engineering, contractor selection, and tendering. You keep a close eye on progress, quality, and budget, since final decision-making stays with Zymofix.
• Stakeholder & partner management: Collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners, engineers, and contractors, acting as a key point of contact and coordinator to keep everyone aligned and projects running smoothly.
• Demo industrial plant construction: Co-prepare and guide the construction of the new demo industrial facility for micro‑organism production.
• Production run coordination: Organize and coordinate production runs carried out with our external partner in Spain, arranging transport and communication.
• Relocation management: Help prepare and lead the relocation and scale-up of current operational activities to our new site. For example, contributing to the layout and flow of the new facility, in close consultation with other internal departments.