Project Engineer, Research & Development

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

Benefits offered by this job

An agile career and dynamic working

Inclusive and ethical workplace

Compensation programs recognizing high

Benefits vary by role and location

Job summary

Lonza in Bornem, Belgium seeks a Project Engineer in Research & Development (Dutch speaking) to manage end-to-end R&D projects across multiple sites worldwide. You will coordinate mechanical design, automation development, and installation of new equipment while collaborating with internal engineers and external partners.

The role requires a Master’s degree in mechanical/electromechanical/electrical engineering and at least five years of relevant experience, plus fluency in Dutch and English.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage complete R&D projects from concept initiation through implementation at production sites.
• Generate, evaluate, test concepts by collecting information and performing calculations.
• Coordinate mechanical design activities, automation development, and machine assembly.
• Identify risks, run tests, analyze results, and communicate actions.
• Collaborate with internal engineers, external consultants, and suppliers.
• Support installation of new equipment and train production personnel.
• Ensure project schedules and budgets are followed and documented.

Skills

Dutch and English fluency

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Strong technical knowledge

Curiosity for technology andInnovation

Experience in project management

Education

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

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.

Whatyouwillget:

• An agile career and dynamic working culture
• Aninclusiveandethicalworkplace
• 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.

Whatyouwilldo:

• 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%)

The projects are highly diverse, typically involving capital investments averaging around €1 million. Most projects focus on the development of new machines and manufacturing systems, although some involve the improvement and optimization of existing equipment.

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.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences?