Project Engineer - Calculation

Atlas Copco Group Co.,Ltd; Antwerpen; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Retirement benefits

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Job summary

Atlas Copco Group in Wilrijk seeks a project engineer – calculation to analyze, size, and optimize mechanical and thermodynamic subsystems across the full product lifecycle, from concept to series production. You will build virtual models and support CFD/FEA teams by defining boundary conditions and evaluating simulation outcomes.

You will work in a hybrid facility setup, define test programs, monitor prototype testing, analyze field data, and apply ISO, CE, PED and ASME standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• Strong foundation in thermodynamics and mechanical design.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, size, and optimize mechanical and thermodynamic subsystems across the product lifecycle.
• Develop virtual models toward digital twins and support CFD/FEA teams.
• Define boundary conditions and evaluate simulation outcomes.
• Define test programs and monitor prototype testing.
• Analyze field installation data and apply standards (ISO, CE, PED, ASME).

Skills

Thermodynamics

Mechanical design

Mathematical modeling

CFD/FEA knowledge

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Job description

Your role

What does a project engineer – calculation do at the Atlas Copco Group in Wilrijk? As a calculation project engineer in our Energy Conversion Solutions team (Oil-Free Air division), you will leverage your theoretical acumen and mathematical models to analyze, size, and optimize functional machine subsystems. You will follow projects from initial concept and lab prototype through to series production, collaborating with project leaders, local engineering teams, and international facilities in locations such as India and China.

Your daily flow involves defining technical specifications for mechanical and thermodynamic systems, running calculations to expedite machine design (heat/energy transfer, fluid mechanics, efficiencies, strength, vibrations), and developing virtual models toward full digital twins. You partner closely with dedicated CFD and FEA teams by defining boundary conditions and evaluating simulation outcomes. Additionally, you define test programs, monitor prototype testing, analyze field installation data, and apply international standards (ISO, CE, PED, ASME). When quality or performance issues arise in production or the field, you troubleshoot root causes and implement data-backed solutions while securing and sharing acquired knowledge. You will work via our hybrid model at our facility in Wilrijk.

To succeed, you will need

At Atlas Copco Group, our slogan for various positions is "hire for attitude & train for skill". We train you for these positions through on-the-job-training. Do you only partly meet the profile as outlined below? No problem!

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or equivalent through experience
• Passion for product development founded on strong technical knowledge, particularly in thermodynamics and mechanical design
• Experience with mathematical modeling or simulation software (such as MATLAB and Simulink) is considered a clear plus
• Fluent communication skills in English across all organizational levels; knowledge of Dutch is a plus
• Strong analytical mindset to define boundary conditions for CFD/FEA, evaluate simulation results, and build digital twin models
• Sound understanding of international engineering standards and regulations (ISO, CE, PED, ASME)
• Independent, hands-on team player who embraces fast iterative design, sets clear priorities, and communicates science-backed opinions respectfully

In return, we offer you

At Atlas Copco Group you will join an international and diverse environment with specialists from different disciplines. Our culture is rooted in Swedish values, which includes a family feeling, respect and diversity. We invest in our employees' development and well-being, and we provide a flexible work-life balance. With our inclusive and caring environment, you get the support and inspiration you need to grow. Here, your ideas are embraced, and you never stop learning.

You will benefit from a structured personal growth framework, including guidance by an assigned mentor, ongoing performance and development dialogues, and targeted soft- and hard-skill training programs. You will also have access to global job opportunities within the group. We offer an interesting compensation and benefits package, including health insurance, paid leave, retirement benefits, and flexible hybrid working arrangements.

At Atlas Copco Group, we encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, philosophy, disability, age, sexual orientation, or identity.

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