Development Engineer bei Schréder

Schréder has been crowned "Entrepreneur of the Year® - Entreprise de l'Année® 2024". 

Want to join a company with a century-long tradition of innovation and entrepreneurial spirit that pushes the limits of the smart lighting industry? A company that requires employees to broaden their expertise to not only light urban environments but also deliver services for engaging and interactive public spaces. With a rich heritage in engineering, environmentally, economically, and socially sustainable lighting has always been part of our DNA. With connectivity more vital more ever, as Experts in Lightability™, we propose lighting infrastructure that will play a pivotal role in building Smart Cities. A family-owned Belgian company with headquarters in Brussels, we are present in over 70 countries on 5 continents.  

Will you take the challenge? Let’s light up the future together! 

We are currently looking for an Development Engineer in Liège, Belgium for our Signature department. 

The Signature Department plays a key role in delivering distinctive solutions tailored to unique needs. It focuses on designing and developing exclusive, one-of-a-kind projects that go beyond standard offerings, ensuring that each client receives a personalized and innovative result.

The Development Engineer will be responsible for the complete execution of the Signature project, from project inception to launch, in accordance with all product requirements, quality, schedule and budget objectives discussed with the sales team.

What you will do :

• Conduct thorough feasibility studies that integrate technical constraints, cost targets, and project timelines. This includes evaluating risks, validating design choices through simulation, and ensuring alignment with product specifications and manufacturing capabilities.
• Lead the design and adaptation of lighting solutions, optimizing for performance, cost, and sustainability. Collaborate with labs to validate prototypes and anticipate testing issues to reduce costs. 
• Act as a technical reference for cross-functional teams, providing guidance on integration, validation, and industrialization.
• Own the creation and maintenance of the engineering bill of materials (e-BOM), ensuring accuracy and traceability throughout the product lifecycle. 
• Ensure all project documentation—including design files, validation reports, and change requests—is properly archived in accessible systems. Maintain version control and support knowledge sharing across teams.

At Schréder, entrepreneurship and a growth mindset are essential. It's not just about who you are but who you want to become with us. 

Skills Requested

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical engineering or equivalent
• Experience of 5 years in an industrial development area
• Mechanical design expertise (die-casting, plastic injection, metals, fixation components…)
• Creativity, Flexibility
• Stress resistant, capable to work in tight schedules
• Adaptable, work in fast changing environment
• Solidworks, PLM
• French/English (Spanish is an advantage)

At Schréder, every employee is valued for his or her skill set. We actively look for and choose employees based on their experience and the value they bring to the company. 

What we have waiting for you 

• A positive work environment : You can expect to work in an environment that is safe, supportive, and free from discrimination or harassment.  
• Flexibility at work : For all functions that allow it, we encourage hybrid working, as working in person and remotely has benefits.  
• Growth opportunities : You will be part of a global company that encourages your employees to learn and develop daily and pursue their career goals at Schréder. Our soul is entrepreneurial, so take some risks, allow yourself to get out of your comfort zone and grow with us! 
• Open communication : We encourage open communication between employees and managers and feedback and suggestions between all organisational levels. 
• Shared purpose : If you will be here with us, we share the same values.  
• Deeper connections : We are friendly and open to those who arrive, see great value in our differences and diversity, and work together with trust and collaboration. 

On top of that, in addition to a competitive and attractive compensation package, we offer a great number of extra-legal advantages such as flexible working hours, a market competitive salary, mobility budget, performance bonus, meal vouchers, eco vouchers, pension provision, medical & hospitalization insurance,... 

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion 

Respect is one of our Values. Our commitment to inclusivity goes hand in hand with our dedication to sustainability and the environment. Inclusivity is part of who we are, so we encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences and abilities.

At Schréder, we commit ourselves to co-creating an environment where passionate people work and win together, learn and have fun. Let Join us!