R&D project engineer - Deinze

Taken en verantwoordelijkheden

Our client, a company with a strong passion for machine building, is convinced that every employee makes a difference.
For this reason, Select is looking for a hands-on R&D Project Engineer on their behalf.

• You are physically present on the shop floor, working closely with machines, processes, and production teams in an industrial environment.
• You oversee and run all thermal spray equipment for R&D.
• You participate in the design, development, and testing of new target materials, from lab scale to industrial scale.
• You create and maintain an optimal test and development environment, balancing R&D needs with production constraints.
• You analyze, interpret and manage process data, translating it into concrete improvements.
• You are responsible for the scale-up and industrialization of R&D processes.
• You contribute to the technical support and the optimization of production, debugging, and operational improvement of the spraying processes.

Geboden wordt

• A dynamic and international work environment where innovation and collaboration are key
• A competitive salary with an attractive package of additional benefits
• An extensive training program and personal guidance through a mentorship program
• Enjoy fun extras such as after-work drinks and sports, summer barbecue, Christmas drinks, and so much more
• Thanks to our location near the highway, our company is easily accessible
• On top of the 20 standard vacation days, you receive an additional 12 compensation days per year

Profiel kandidaat

• You have a bachelor's or master's degree in materials science, engineering, chemistry, physics, or a related technical field.
• You are a true hands? On engineer who enjoys practical work, machines and industrial environments.
• Experience with thermal spraying, material processing or industrial R&D is a plus, but not a must.
• You have a solid technical and scientific basis, including knowledge of materials, mechanical properties and characterization techniques.
• You are analytical and solution?oriented, especially when dealing with machine? and process?related challenges.
• You cope well with pressure, deadlines, changing priorities and shifting project goals.
• You are dynamic, adaptable, pragmatic and a fast learner, willing to master spray technology quickly (on?the?job training is provided).
• You prefer practical work on the work floor over purely desk?based work, while being capable of both when needed.
• You are fluent in English.  Any other language is a plus.
• You are open to occasional travel to other Soleras production sites.