Engineering Project Manager Wash Water & Binder

Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone. This exciting role within Knauf Insulation could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.

Knauf Insulation is proud to be part of the Knauf Group, a global manufacturer of construction materials. Our division is approaching 50 years of heritage in manufacturing insulation, with a growing global reach in 40 countries and ambitious goals for the future. We are looking for passionate, ambitious people to join our 6,000-strong team and help us achieve these goals. We are all led by the same core values and believe in the powerful potential of large companies to have a positive impact on the world.

The expansion of the Engineering Department means we are now looking to recruit new Engineering Project Manager Wash Water & Binder in Visé, Belgium and reporting to the GMW Technology Manager.

Can you say ‘yes’?...

• Can you transform ideas into reality by leading feasibility studies and crafting innovative project scopes and budgets?
• Can you bring technical visions to life by designing detailed process diagrams, layouts, and equipment descriptions that set projects apart?
• Can you take charge of the entire project journey, from selecting the best suppliers to ensuring flawless commissioning and performance testing?

As Engineering Project Manager Wash Water & Binder, you'd be conducting feasibility studies, defining project scope and budgets, and developing technical documentation, including equipment descriptions, process diagrams, and detailed designs. You'd also be overseeing and managing studies related to mechanical engineering, analyzing findings, and making informed decisions to address technical challenges and optimize project outcomes. Additionally, you'd oversee tendering, supplier selection, planning, construction, commissioning, performance testing, and budget control to ensure successful project delivery.

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead and manage technical projects ranging from €1M to €5M, including plant-specific, brownfield, and greenfield projects.
• Oversee and manage studies related to mechanical engineering, analyze findings, and make informed decisions to address technical challenges and optimize project outcomes.
• Develop and execute comprehensive project plans, including scopes, schedules, budgets, and contract strategies, ensuring alignment with customer expectations and objectives.
• Coordinate and oversee multidisciplinary teams (engineering, procurement, construction) in a matrix organization to achieve project goals efficiently.
• Provide technical support and guidance across civil, electrical, controls, process, and drafting engineering disciplines, ensuring high-quality design and implementation.
• Monitor and manage project changes, resolve issues, and negotiate with contractors/suppliers to deliver projects on time, within budget, and meeting performance standards.
• Drive continuous improvement by auditing plant equipment, recommending process enhancements, and mentoring engineers to build team expertise.

What we’d love for you to have:

We are interested in you as a person; your attitude, behaviours and values. As long as you have the willingness to learn anything you need for the role that you don't already have, we'd love to speak to you. 

If you have experience in the following areas – this is an added advantage:

• Engineer or equivalent by experience
• At least 5 years of experience in mechanical projects
• Good understanding of control systems
• Experience in food or pharmaceutical industry, tanks, vessels, pumps, dosing systems, piping, water treatment, mechanical design and assembly is a plus.
• Good knowledge of computer software tools (AutoCAD, 3D modeling, Navisworks, MS office, …)
• Fluent in English, any other language is a plus
• Willing to travel up to 30% of your time

Your personality counts a lot for us:

• Team player: a collaborative spirit that values open communication, mutual respect, and the ability to work harmoniously with others to achieve shared goals.
• Proactivity: a forward-thinking attitude that involves anticipating challenges, taking initiative, and proposing solutions before problems arise.
• Leadership skills: the ability to inspire, guide, and motivate others while making confiden