Project Engineer Motor Competence Center

Construction, Engineering & Trades · Civil & Industrial Engineering · Mechanical Engineering · Electrical Engineering

In short

Project Engineer for the Motor Competence Center at Atlas Copco Group in Wilrijk, Belgium, focusing on the electromagnetic design, testing, and follow-up of high-speed electric motors. This role involves the full development lifecycle from prototyping to serial production, utilizing advanced CAD/CAE/FEM tools and contributing to sustainable innovation in powertrains.

Responsibilities

  • Actively participate in the electromagnetic design, testing, and field follow-up of high-speed direct-drive motors.
  • Oversee the entire development lifecycle, from early prototyping to serial production.
  • Organize lab test setups, test planning, and documentation to validate motor designs.
  • Support magnetic design activities, validate prototype parts, and assess suppliers.
  • Participate in thermal or material compatibility analyses.
  • Serve as a technical consultant for other internal teams and divisions on drivetrain-related challenges.
  • Leverage state-of-the-art CAD/CAE/FEM and PDM tools.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electromechanical or Mechanical Engineering, preferably with background or experience in electromagnetic design.
  • Proficiency with electromagnetic analysis software (such as Ansys Maxwell, MotorCAD, or Magnet) and mathematical computation packages (preferably MATLAB).
  • Familiarity with 3D CAD systems (such as CATIA or Inventor) and MS Office 365 tools.
  • Industrially oriented team player with a creative, curious, and hands-on approach to technical problem-solving.
  • Preparedness to take ownership and lead small projects or project-related tasks.
  • Fluent communication skills in English.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in the electric motor manufacturing industry is considered a strong asset.
  • Willingness to learn Dutch in practice if it is not your native language.

Benefits

  • International and diverse environment with specialists from different disciplines.
  • Culture rooted in Swedish values: family feeling, respect, and diversity.
  • Investment in employee development and well-being.
  • Flexible work-life balance.
  • Inclusive and caring environment with support and inspiration for growth.
  • Comprehensive onboarding program (including guidance by a personal godmother/godfather).
  • Continuous learning opportunities through a local training center.
  • Access to global career pathways.
  • Interesting compensation and benefits package, including health insurance, paid leave, and retirement benefits.
  • Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
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Company

Atlas Copco Group

Job Posted

2 weeks ago

Employment Type

Full Time

WorkMode

Hybrid

Experience Level

Mid-Senior

Locations

Wilrijk, Belgium

Antwerp, Belgium

Qualification

Bachelor, Master

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