Process Engineer

Process Engineer

Be part of something bigger! As the world and the way people live is changing, we at Bekaert believe it's our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. With a 140+ year old heritage of excellence, innovation, and a future-focused mindset, we strive to create value for our customers and society. We aim to do this through innovative solutions and sustainable practices.

We are committed to pushing the boundaries of steel wire transformation and coatings whilst also leveraging our expertise to develop innovative solutions with new materials and services in a safe, smart, and sustainable way. Our focus extends to markets such as new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy. As a dynamic and growing company with over 19 000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and € 3,7 billion in combined revenue in 2025, we are looking for someone like you to join our team as we continue to shape a safer, more efficient, and connected world!

Purpose and Mission

Providing engineering and technical support to operations and identifying potential cost savings

Analyzing current processes and delivering options for continuous improvement

Planning, leading, and/or supporting the implementing of focused improvement events, cycle time reductions, set up reductions and pull systems resulting in scrap reduction

Floor Time - 70% or greater

Key Activities and Responsibilities

Engineering (floor support)

Is readily available to the team to support in job setup and work balancing

Develops equipment specifications, working with suppliers and maintenance

Ensures product compliance

Ensures process stability

Ensures accuracy of standardized work and relevant work instructions

Participates in best practice groups, owns consistency internal and external to the plant

Supports the team in problem solving activities, Technical expertise

Introduces and investigates suggestions of new technologies

Participates in layered audits

Is accountable for meeting or exceeding business targets

Is accountable for the process design and verification in their area of responsibility

Visible leadership and personal communication

Process improvement (drive CI activities)

Tactical includes spending time on the floor (e.g., layered audits, updates and participation to problem solving, safety walks, etc.) and meetings on critical areas

Strategic includes budgeting and production planning

Assures processes are capable of meeting business metrics

Is responsible for deployment of new product planning

Metric Categories

Safety Quality Delivery Cost People/Engagement Sustainability

Skills

Broad knowledge of operational procedures and tools obtained through extensive work experience

Previous Experience Required degree in Engineering, Preferred degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

0-2 years of professional experience required, 3+ years of experience a plus

Specialty skills preferred:
Six SIgma Yellow Belt, a plus

Preferred experience using software to analyze data, Power BI, Excel, Minitab, etc.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills desired, an ability to communicate to Machine owners/Operators and a global team

Qualifications and Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, or industrial engineering is preferred.

Be bold and take the leap! We're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team! At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.