Job Title: Senior Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Project Manager
Assignment Type: Annually Renewable Contract
Location: Olen, Belgium
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday
Client: Leading Multinational Materials Technology Company
Kintec are currently partnered with a leading multinational materials technology company . They are currently recruiting for Senior Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Project Manager to be based in Olen, Belgium .
**Longer term position**
**Looking to fill 2 roles**
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Technical Solutions (TS), CLIENT R&D in Olen, Belgium.
Technical Solutions supports global R&D projects with:
- Technical expertise.
- Maintenance of installations, pilot setups, and infrastructure.
- Execution of technical projects for modifications or new builds of installations and trial setups.
The E&I Project Manager will be responsible for managing, organizing, and preparing complex electrical and instrumentation projects. This role requires a strategic approach to project management, ensuring successful execution from initiation through to completion.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Various R&D-related projects such as:
- Shell contruction projects (new builds, lab setups).
- HVAC systems, distribution infrastructure, reactors, and ovens.
- Test and pilot installations with iterative modifications during trial runs
PRIMARY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the automation and electrical scope of R&D-related projects from initiation to post-delivery.
- Coordinate internal teams (Electrical Design, Automation, OT) and liaise with other disciplines and stakeholders.
- Provide technical leadership to internal and external contributors.
- Draft functional analyses for automation projects (PLC/SCADA).
- Oversee OT networks and systems with a focus on cybersecurity.
- Conduct and follow up on risk assessments.
- Ensure clear communication within the project team.
- Deliver technical and financial outcomes, managing budgets typically between €25k and €1M.
- Promote awareness of quality, safety, health, wellbeing, and environmental standards.
- Manage contractor engagements and oversight.
TECHNICAL PROFILE REQUIREMENTS
- 5+ Years relevant experience and a proven track record in technical project management.
- Strong knowledge of electrical and automation systems:
o Familiarity with EPLAN and Caneco
o Basic understanding of automation principles and functional analysis (no in depth development required)
o Experience with OT networks and industrial communication protocols
- Understanding of safety-related issues and risk assessment within automated environments.
- Proficient in MS Office; SAP knowledge is a plus.
NON-TECHNICAL PROFILE REQUIREMENTS
- Effective team leadership and motivation skills.
- Flexible mindset suited to dynamic R&D environments with frequent changes.
- Ability to think critically and take responsibility for project outcomes.
- Strong planning, organizational and administrative skills.
- Work accurately with a focus on quality and detail but still being able to manage multiple smaller projects at once.
METHODOLOGY/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electromechanics or equivalent, with substantial industrial experience.
- Project management certification is a plus (PMP, Prince2, ...).
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCIES
- Fluent in Dutch speaking and writing.
- Has practical English language skills to read and understand technical documents and to conduct technical & safety discussions.