Senior Mechanical Engineer | Belgium | Freelance/Con...

📌 Freelance Opportunity: Senior Mechanical Engineer – Pharmaceutical Sector (Belgium)

📍 Location: Belgium (on-site)

📅 Duration: 12 months (freelance contract)

🛠 Sector: Pharmaceutical / GMP Environment

💼 Experience Level: Senior (6–8 years)

🔧 Background: Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer to join a multidisciplinary engineering team within a leading pharmaceutical company in Belgium. This role focuses on mechanical systems engineering for GMP-regulated facilities, covering design reviews, technical coordination, and field execution follow-up.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, specification, and installation of mechanical systems including:
• HVAC (cleanroom design and classified areas)
• Black and clean utility systems (WFI, PW, CS, nitrogen, steam, compressed air)
• Process piping and chilled water systems
• Collaborate with EPCM contractors and OEM vendors to review design deliverables (P&IDs, layout drawings, equipment datasheets).
• Conduct technical risk assessments and participate in HAZOPs and design qualification reviews.
• Support commissioning, SAT, and FAT activities — ensure alignment with IQ/OQ validation protocols.
• Drive the technical documentation lifecycle, from URS to as-built.
• Interface with cross-functional teams (process, automation, validation, QA, maintenance).
• Ensure all designs comply with EU GMP, ISPE, and GEP standards.

Required Profile:

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent by experience).
• 6–8 years of relevant experience in a regulated environment (pharmaceuticals, biotech, or fine chemicals).
• Proven track record in project-based work involving utility systems, HVAC, or mechanical infrastructure.
• Strong familiarity with GMP guidelines and technical standards (ISO, ASME BPE, EN).
• Capable of reading and interpreting P&IDs, 3D models, piping layouts, and equipment specs.
• Excellent communication and technical coordination skills in a multidisciplinary project team.
• Fluent in English; French or Dutch is a plus.

Contract Details:

• Start Date: ASAP or upon availability
• Duration: 12 months (extendable)
• Workload: Full-time, on-site presence required
• Type: Freelance / Independent Contractor

If you are eligible to work in Belgium onsite please apply or send your CV to ssanchis@optimsusearch.com