Project Engineer

Are you ready to contribute to high-impact, international energy projects shaping the future of low-carbon industry?

Driven since 1817 by the entrepreneurial spirit and thirst for innovation of its founder, the John Cockerill Group develops large-scale technological solutions to meet the needs of its time: facilitating access to low-carbon energies, enabling sustainable industrial production, installing critical infrastructures.

Its offer to companies, States and communities consists of services and associated equipment for the sectors of energy, defence, industry, the environment, transport, and infrastructures.

With over 8,000 employees, John Cockerill achieved a turnover of €1.417 billion in 2024, operating in 28 countries across 5 continents.

John Cockerill Energy is a global technology leader with over 200 years of expertise in steam generation and thermal engineering, specializing in the design and supply of heat recovery steam generators, cooling towers, and air-cooled condensers under the Hamon® brand. Leveraging strong engineering capabilities, the company also delivers high-value aftersales services such as re-engineering, technical assistance, inspections, upgrades, and lifetime assessments. Committed to the energy transition, John Cockerill Energy develops integrated, engineer-driven solutions combining renewable generation, energy storage, and advanced Energy Management Systems (EMS).

Why join John Cockerill Energy?

• Meaningful impact: contribute to energy projects directly supporting decarbonisation and energy efficiency.

• Global reach: collaborate with multicultural teams and work on complex projects worldwide.
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• Supportive environment: benefit from a culture of flexibility, autonomy and work-life balance.

• Engineering & decision centers on the same site: evolve in an agile, engineering-driven environment enabling fast and informed decisions.

Because the energy transition requires reliable, efficient and sustainable technologies, John Cockerill Energy continuously innovates to deliver solutions combining performance, safety and environmental responsibility.

Your role

As a Project Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting energy projects from early phases to execution. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to deliver solutions aligned with customer needs, technical requirements, and project objectives.

This position combines technical understanding, coordination, and interaction with multiple teams, often in an international context.

Your key responsibilities

• Analyze technical contracts and ensure compliance with internal standards

• Apply the Design Process and coordinate internal and external design teams

• Defend John Cockerill’s interests with customers and suppliers

• Prepare RFQ packages and conduct technical negotiations with suppliers

• Monitor supplier engineering and liaise with mechanical erection and commissioning advisors on site

• Conduct technical risk assessments

• Apply internal standards and best practices, promoting quality, efficiency, and productivity

• Prioritize tasks and implement continuous improvement initiatives

• Participate in project KOMs, design reviews, project reviews, progress, and technical coordination meetings

Your team

You will join a multidisciplinary and collaborative team, working closely with engineers, designers, project managers, and business stakeholders.

The work culture encourages knowledge sharing, teamwork, and continuous improvement, supported by a management style based on trust, autonomy, and clear communication.

Your profile

Experience & technical skills:

• Degree in Chemical, Electromechanical, or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent

• 3–5 years of experience in project execution, generalist profile

• Knowledge of PMBOK/PMI principles is a plus

• Ability to analyze contractual requirements and apply technical choices

• Understanding of international codes and norms (ASME, EN, ISO)

• Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings, understand P&IDs and product processes

• Fluent in English, French mandatory

Personal & behavioral skills:

• Strong organization & coordination skills to work with multiple teams and suppliers

• Excellent communication & presentation skills, including international interactions

• Decision-making & problem-solving under pressure for large-scale projects

• Broad vision to understand project impacts globally

What we offer

• Attractive salary package with extra-legal benefits: company car, meal vouchers, flat-rate expenses, insurance (hospitalization/life/death), variable remuneration 0–25% of gross annual salary, profit-sharing scheme

• Flexible work arrangements: 1–2 days of remote work per week after onboarding

• Comprehensive onboarding: 6-month training to get familiar with standards, tools, and processes

• Career development: regular reviews, extensive training catalogue, internal mobility opportunities

• International exposure: collaborate with multicultural teams and work on complex projects worldwide

• 31 days of leave

The recruitment process

1. First interview with Talent Acquisition

2. On-site or virtual meeting with HR and Hiring Manager

3. Final interview with the Executive team

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Ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to the future of energy?

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