Global Electrical Engineer

Global Electrical Engineer – R&D Machinery Design | Life Sciences / Capsules & Health Ingredients

Company Description

A global leader in the life sciences sector is seeking a Global Electrical Engineer to join its R&D operations in Bornem, Belgium. The company’s Capsules & Health Ingredients (CHI) division delivers end-to-end dosage form solutions—including capsules, ingredients, and customization services—for clients across the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries.

This is a permanent role focused on the design, implementation, and deployment of advanced, internally developed machinery on a global scale.

Job Description

As a Global Electrical Engineer, you will be the in-house expert for electrical systems within a multidisciplinary R&D team. You’ll work on high-tech machinery projects spanning multiple regions, providing technical input from concept to commissioning. This is a highly technical position—ideal for someone with strong electrical fundamentals looking to work at the interface of R&D, engineering, and global operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement electrical systems for advanced in-house machinery deployed globally (Belgium, France, US, Mexico, China, Japan, India)
• Conduct cable calculations, create electrical schematics, and ensure global safety compliance
• Serve as the electrical expert within a 24-person R&D team (predominantly mechanical engineers)
• Interface with site-based engineers and maintenance teams during rollout and support phases
• Collaborate with global automation engineers to align standards, architectures, and documentation
• Develop and maintain corporate electrical standards aligned with IEC, UL, and internal requirements
• Participate in commissioning and validation activities of control systems and related hardware
• Interpret process diagrams, P&IDs, functional specs, and mechanical drawings for design input
• Document electrical designs with appropriate traceability and version control
• Support knowledge transfer to installation teams and ensure quality execution
• Communicate technical decisions clearly across departments and to non-technical stakeholders

Candidate Requirements

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 3–5 years of experience in electrical design within a manufacturing or machinery environment
• Strong technical knowledge in cable sizing, schematics, and compliance
• Hands-on mindset and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent communication skills; able to liaise with global stakeholders across functions
• Familiarity with automation or controls engineering is a plus
• Structured, documentation-focused approach to design work
• Fluent in English; Dutch is a plus
• Occasional international travel expected (low frequency)

Additional Insights

• Location: Bornem, Belgium
• Department: R&D
• Start Date: ASAP
• Schedule: Full-time
• Contract: Permanent

Interested? Please send your CV to Miguel Gomes at m.gomes@panda-int.com or reach out directly at +31 20 20 44 502 to learn more.