Project Engineer, Research & Development

Lonza; Belgium; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile work culture

Inclusive workplace

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

Lonza in Bornem, Belgium, is hiring a Project Engineer, Research & Development (Dutch speaking) to lead R&D projects end-to-end. The role involves coordinating mechanical design, automation, and assembly for global production sites, with frequent stakeholder interaction.

You will generate and test concepts, perform analyses, and manage schedules and budgets while ensuring compliant project documentation. Fluency in Dutch and English is essential for cross-border collaboration.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in mechanical/electromechanical/electrical engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant technical experience in machine building or R&D.
• Fluency in Dutch and English with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead R&D projects from concept to production site implementation.
• Generate, evaluate, and test concepts; perform calculations and validations.
• Coordinate mechanical design, automation, and machine assembly.
• Identify risks, run tests, and report findings to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineers, consultants, and suppliers.
• Support installation of new equipment and training of personnel.

Skills

Dutch language

English language

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Engineering knowledge

Education

MSc Mechanical Eng

Tools

Arduino API

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Job description

Project Engineer, Research & Development (Dutch speaking)

The actual location of this job is in Bornem, Belgium

The Project Engineer, Research & Development will be part of the Global Technology Research & Development Department in Bornem. This department develops machinery and equipment for all Capsugel manufacturing sites worldwide, as well as for direct sale to customers.The R&D Project Engineer will have frequent interactions with both internal and external stakeholders.

What you will get:

• An agile career and dynamic working culture
• An inclusive and ethical workplace
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance
• A variety of benefits dependent on role and location
• The full list of our global benefits can be also found on https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits .

The full-time annual base pay for this position in Belgium is expected to range between 63.750,- EUR and 89.250 EUR . Initial salary placement within this range will be determined based on role‑related factors such as experience, qualifications, and expected contribution.

What you will do:

• Managing complete R&D projects, from concept initiation through implementation at production sites (Belgium, France, USA, Mexico, China, etc.).
• Generating, evaluating, and testing concepts by gathering information, understanding technical challenges, performing calculations, and developing and validating hypotheses. (20%)
• Coordinating mechanical design activities, automation development, and machine assembly. (10%)
• Identifying risks, executing tests, analyzing results, defining required actions, and communicating findings with internal stakeholders. (40%)
• Collaborating with colleagues (Mechanical Design Engineers, Automation Engineers, Production Engineers, etc.), external consultants, and suppliers. (5%)
• Supporting the installation of new equipment in production facilities and training production personnel. (10%)
• Ensuring compliance with project schedules and budgets, while maintaining proper project documentation. (15%)

What we are looking for:

• Fluent in Dutch and English.
• Master's of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant technical experience in machine building, as an R&D Engineer, or as a Project Engineer.
• Programming experience: Arduino API, Labview, Matlab
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Strong technical knowledge combined with a natural curiosity for technology and innovation.
• Experience with mechanical engineering is considered a plus.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone's ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that's the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you're ready to help turn our customers' breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.