Senior Process Engineer | Senior Mechanical Engineer

All About Expats; Utrecht; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowances

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

All About Expats is seeking a Senior Process Engineer / Senior Mechanical Engineer in Utrecht, Netherlands. The role focuses on leading engineers in sustainable energy projects, overseeing renewable installations, and driving adoption of new technologies.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's in Mechanical, Process, or Energy Engineering, with strong leadership and extensive renewal energy experience, particularly biomass and district heating. English proficiency is essential, Dutch is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Mechanical, Process, or Energy Engineering.
• Experience with renewable energy technologies, especially biomass and district heating.
• Proven leadership abilities and experience supervising engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers in sustainable energy projects.
• Oversee operation and optimization of renewable energy installations (biomass plants, district heating, STEGs).
• Drive integration of new sustainable technologies and methods.
• Ensure safety, environmental sustainability and efficiency across projects.
• Lead maintenance and continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinaries to advance energy production.

Skills

Leadership

Renewable energy

Biomass

District heating

Mechanical engineering

Process engineering

Energy engineering

English

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Digital skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Process, or Energy Engineering

Job description

Senior Process Engineer | Senior Mechanical Engineer

Utrecht, Netherlands | Posted on 17/07/2025

We are on the lookout for a Senior Engineer with expertise in process or mechanical engineering, deeply invested in sustainable energy solutions. This role is pivotal in spearheading the shift to renewable energy technologies and managing groundbreaking energy production projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers in sustainable energy projects.
• Oversee the operation and optimization of renewable energy installations (such as biomass plants, district heating systems, and STEGs).
• Drive the integration of new sustainable technologies and methods.
• Ensure operational efficiency, safety compliance, and environmental sustainability.
• Manage technical challenges and provide expert problem-solving.
• Lead large-scale maintenance and continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to innovate and advance in energy production.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Process, or Energy Engineering.
• Extensive experience with renewable energy technologies, especially biomass and district heating.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience in supervising engineering teams.
• Proficiency in English, with Dutch skills being advantageous.
• Strong analytical, digital, and problem-solving competencies.
• A proactive, adaptable approach to work and effective teamwork skills.

• A role at the forefront of the sustainable energy sector.
• Engagement in state-of-the‑art renewable energy projects.
• A supportive environment that fosters innovation and personal growth.
• Attractive salary and benefits package, including potential shift allowances and flexible working arrangements.