Technology Developer - Beyond Air

Atlas Copco; Antwerpen; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Copco Group in Belgium is seeking a Technology Developer to act as a technical authority in advanced gas compressor technologies, with emphasis on thermodynamics, modelling, and first-principles engineering. You will develop analytical and numerical models to simulate compressor behavior across gases and conditions.

You validate models against experimental data, define critical operating scenarios, and shape the technology roadmap.

Qualifications

• Master in Electromechanical, Energy or Mechatronics engineering (or equivalent experience).
• Extensive knowledge of thermodynamics and structural analysis.
• Programming capabilities with Matlab.
• Very good knowledge of English; another language is a plus.
• Genuine interest in technology and innovation.
• Enjoys a dynamic and multi-disciplinary working environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as technical authority in development of advanced gas compressor technologies with emphasis on thermodynamics, modelling and first-principles engineering.
• Develop analytical and numerical models to simulate compressor behavior across gases and operating conditions.
• Validate and continuously improve models using experimental data to align simulation with real performance.
• Define critical operating scenarios and boundary conditions; evaluate performance limits and risks.
• Define and drive the technology roadmap; lead and contribute to BDC activities and support strategic decisions.

Skills

Thermodynamics

Matlab programming

English proficiency

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Interest in technology and innovation

Education

Master's degree in Electromechanical/Energy/Mechatronics engineering

Job description

The Beyond Air Task Force is responsible for developing and maintaining new compression technologies for gas applications.Our activities range from initiating completely new developments to upgrading existing products, as well as exploring innovations together with internal stakeholders, R&D cells, and external partners. The team manages the entire process from product strategy, design, and testing through to operations and customer delivery. To further strengthen our innovation capabilities, we are now looking for a Technology Developer.

In this expert role, you act as a key technical authority in the development of advanced gas compressor technologies, with a strong emphasis on thermodynamics, modelling, and first-principles engineering. You perform in-depth thermodynamic analyses and system-level calculations to assess performance, efficiency, and operational limits, forming the backbone of technology development and design decisions.

You develop advanced analytical and numerical models to simulate compressor behavior across a wide range of gases and operating conditions.

You validate and continuously improve these models using experimental data, ensuring strong alignment between simulation and real performance. Based on your expertise, you define critical operating scenarios and boundary conditions, applying engineering judgement to evaluate performance limits and risks.

In addition, you define and drive the technology roadmap, translating deep technical insights into clear development directions. You lead and contribute to BDC activities, providing technical direction, consolidating knowledge, and supporting key strategic decisions.

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.

• The successful candidate has a master in Electromechanical/Energy/Mechatronics engineering or equivalent in experience.
• Extensive knowledge of thermodynamics and structural analysis
• Programming capabilities (Matlab)
• You have a very good knowledge of English. An additional language is considered as a plus.
• Genuine interest in technology and innovation.
• You enjoy a dynamic and multi-disciplinary working environment

In return, we offer

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 have a comprehensive onboarding program, including guidance by a personal godmother/godfather. You will have access to global job opportunities, as part of the Atlas Copco Group. We offer an interesting compensation and benefits package, including health insurance, paid leave and retirement benefits.

Job location

This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing you to split your time between working remotely and being on-site at our Atlas copco airpower site in Wilrijk, Antwerp, Belgium (BE).

Behind every innovative solution, there are people working together to transform the future. With careers sparked by initiative and lifelong learning, we are uniting curious minds, and you could be one of them.

Atlas Copco Group enables technology that transforms the future. We innovate to develop products, services and solutions that are key to our customers' success. Our four business areas offer technologies for air and gas compression, vacuum and abatement, automated assembly and quality control, mobile energy management and power generation as well as portable and industrial flow technologies.