Senior Mechanical & Piping Project Lead - CAPEX

Umicore Belgium; Belgique; Remote; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Umicore Belgium is seeking an experienced mechanical and piping engineer to lead the complete scope within multidisciplinary CAPEX projects. You will translate process requirements into robust engineering concepts and drive technical deliverables.

The role requires at least 10 years in mechanical/piping engineering, strong coordination with partners and contractors, and fluency in Dutch and English. You will ensure compliance with safety, quality, schedule and budget while supporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in mechanical and piping engineering.
• Strong expertise in mechanical equipment, piping systems, materials, pumps and valves.
• Experience coordinating engineering partners and contractors.
• Knowledge of industrial project methodologies, engineering standards and best practices.
• Experience in process industries and brownfield environments is an advantage.
• Proactive, structured and results-oriented with strong communication skills.
• Fluent Dutch and good command of English.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the complete mechanical and piping scope within multidisciplinary CAPEX projects.
• Translate process requirements into fit-for-purpose engineering concepts and solutions.
• Review, coordinate and approve engineering deliverables, specifications and technical documentation.
• Coordinate external engineering partners, suppliers and contractors.
• Prepare technical specifications, tender packages and technical bid evaluations.
• Monitor fabrication, FAT activities, delivery, installation and mechanical completion.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, scope, schedule, budget and risk objectives.
• Support pre-commissioning, SAT and start-up activities.
• Act as deputy Project Manager and independently manage smaller investment projects when required.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Piping engineering

Project coordination

Communication skills

Dutch language

English language

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Job description

Umicore Belgium is seeking an experienced mechanical and piping engineer to lead the complete scope within multidisciplinary CAPEX projects. You will translate process requirements into robust engineering concepts and drive technical deliverables.

The role requires at least 10 years in mechanical/piping engineering, strong coordination with partners and contractors, and fluency in Dutch and English. You will ensure compliance with safety, quality, schedule and budget while supporting