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Mechanical Design Engineer

Location:
Olen, Antwerpen, Belgium
Salary:
Competitive
Job Type:
Contract
Date Posted:
6 days ago
Expiry Date:
04/08/2026
Job Ref:
BH-126574
Start Date:
06/05/2026
Contact:
Daniel Bentley
Contact Email:
daniel.bentley@earthstreamglobal.com
Specialism:
Renewable Energy
Mechanical Design Engineer – Senior
ASAP to end of the year (options to extend)
Olen, Belgium
 
Your task is to participate in engineering projects for the site facilities and the different business units EOM & CSM to modernize, adapt and expand their hydro- and pyrometallurgical production facilities on the Olen site.
 
Primary tasks & responsibilities
  • Translate client requirements into a technical design for equipment, piping, and mechanical components of an installation.
  • Provide input and coordinate the drawing of PFDs and P&IDs by a drafter.
  • Design layout plans, mechanical structures, and components in 3D, create detailed drawings, or coordinate the drafting by a drafter.
  • Prepare piping specifications (including isometrics).
  • Perform basic calculations (pipe resistance, pump calculations, pipe sizing, determining PED class, heat capacity, etc.).
  • Provide advice for risk analyses and ensure the implementation of measures in the design.
  • Prepare specifications/requirement books for bidding and execution files.
  • Participate in procurement activities related to projects (from inquiry, through ordering and delivery, to completion and invoicing).
  • Prepare budgets and contribute to planning for your discipline.
  • Respect agreed quality, deadlines, and budgets.
  • Discuss the construction file with site managers regarding project realization and provide technical support during execution and startup of the project.
  • Maintain contacts with internal clients and external partners/contractors.
  • Monitor the quality of work delivered by external partners/contractors.
  • Archive documents and ensure an as-built technical construction file is maintained.
 
Technical Profile Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanics or Electromechanics or equivalent through experience.
  • 5 years of relevant experience in designing process installations in an industrial environment.
  • Experience with AutoCAD and ACAD Plant 3D software (experience with Revit, Inventor, or other programs is a plus).
  • Experience in setting up 3D layouts is a plus.
  • Operational knowledge of legal regulations and guidelines (PED, ATEX, VLAREM, etc.) is a plus.
  • Basic knowledge of chemistry, electricity, and automation, along with necessary material knowledge.
 
Non-Technical Profile Requirements:
  • Skilled in analyzing, reporting, organizing, and solving technical issues.
  • A team player with strong communication and social skills.
  • Proficient in using office software packages.
 
Certifications
  • VCA is mandatory
 
Language proficiencies
  • Fluent in Dutch & English
  • Basic knowledge of German & French
 
Location
  • Olen
  • On site presence is mandatory.
  • Ad hoc home work can be approved by the hiring manager upon request.
 
Contract
  • First contract till EOY
  • extension possible
 
Interviews
  • First interview via teams: 30-45min.
  • 2nd interview onsite at Olen
 

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Specialisms: Renewable Energy
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