Senior Project Engineer Mechanical & Piping
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 19, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 10, 2026.
About Umicore
Powering the cars of today and tomorrow. Reducing harmful emissions. Giving unique properties to high-end applications. Giving new life to used metals. As a global advanced materials and recycling group, we develop, produce, and recycle materials for a better life.
About Cobalt & Specialty Materials
Mastering the cobalt value chain. Umicore’s expertise covers the sourcing, production and distribution of cobalt and nickel products. Umicore’s materials are at the heart of products we use every day such as rechargeable batteries, tools, paints and tyres. Our recycling and refining processes give new life to cobalt and other metals and reduce environmental impacts. To meet the demands of our customers we cannot stand still. We need to find new ways to do things, discover new solutions and develop new ideas. Which is where you come in.
Your Key Accountabilities
- 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.
Who we are looking for
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in mechanical and piping engineering within an industrial project environment.
- Strong expertise in mechanical equipment, piping systems, materials, pumps and valves.
- Proven 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 professional with strong communication skills.
- Fluent Dutch and a good command of English.
What we offer
We aim to lead the way. Not just for our customers, but for our employees too. That is why we strive to create a collaborative environment in which we can all succeed, and a culture through which we can all share ideas, develop our expertise and advance our careers. We engage in building an inclusive work culture that offers equal opportunities for all employees irrespective of their diverse backgrounds. As you would expect from a world-leading organisation, we will also reward your contribution with a competitive salary and benefits. With all this and more, imagine what you could do?