Project Engineer, Research & Development

Lonza Group Ltd.; Bornem; On-site; EUR 64,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile work culture

Inclusive workplace

Competitive compensation

Role-based benefits

Lonza benefits portal

Job summary

Lonza is seeking a Project Engineer, Research & Development (Dutch speaking) based in Bornem, Belgium. The role is part of the Global Technology Research & Development Department, handling diverse R&D projects and hands-on machine development.

The project involves collaboration across multiple sites and suppliers, with a focus on mechanical design, automation, and production installation. A Master’s degree plus 5 years’ experience is expected, along with fluency in Dutch and English.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical/Electromechanical/Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant technical experience in machine building/R&D.
• Fluent in Dutch and English.
• Programming experience: Arduino API, LabVIEW, MATLAB.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Strong technical knowledge with 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 (Belgium, France, USA, Mexico, China, etc.).
• Generate, evaluate, and test concepts by gathering information, understanding technical challenges, performing calculations, and developing hypotheses.
• Coordinate mechanical design activities, automation development, and machine assembly.
• Identify risks, execute tests, analyze results, define required actions, and communicate findings with internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Mechanical Design Engineers, Automation Engineers, Production Engineers, external consultants, and suppliers.
• Support the installation of new equipment in production facilities and training production personnel.
• Ensure compliance with project schedules and budgets, while maintaining proper project documentation.

Skills

Dutch language proficiency

English language proficiency

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Dutch and English fluency

Education

Master’s degree in Mechanical/Electromechanical/Electrical Engineering

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.

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%)

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.

Every day, our teams across the world work together to turn scientific breakthroughs into life-changing medicines that reach up to 100 million patients a year. Lonza is a place where people can make a unique impact, grow their careers and belong. You will feel at home at Lonza if you:

• Take ownership, step forward, and enjoy meaningful responsibility
• Love solving problems and thrive in a complex, fast-moving environment
• Are curious, always looking to learn and improve
• Work collaboratively, contributing to something bigger than yourself
• Are motivated to make a difference through work that impacts customers and their patients

Why Lonza:

We are a place of unique opportunity, where your ideas, expertise and ambition can make a real difference. Here, you will have the freedom to grow, the support to succeed and the chance to contribute to work that matters. We are the makers of the medicines of tomorrow. Join us. Be you.