Job title: Head of Process Technology & Engineering
Location: Belgium (with international travel)
About the client and role
Our client is a highly confidential, innovation-led materials technology business operating at the forefront of next-generation industrial applications.
As part of a critical growth phase, they are seeking a Head of Process Technology & Engineering to lead the development, industrialisation, and deployment of advanced process technologies across pilot and large-scale production environments.
This role will play a central part in translating cutting-edge material innovation into robust, scalable manufacturing capability. The successful candidate will operate at the interface of R&D, engineering, and operations, ensuring seamless transition from concept through to full industrial execution.
Responsibilities
- Lead process technology and engineering activities across pilot and industrial manufacturing environments.
- Define and deliver process scale-up strategies, ensuring successful transition from development through to full production.
- Oversee the design, implementation, and optimisation of complex process flows across multiple unit operations.
- Drive alignment between R&D, engineering, and operations to ensure efficient and scalable process deployment.
- Establish and maintain governance frameworks for process quality, risk management, and continuous improvement.
- Support the design, build, and commissioning of new production facilities, ensuring readiness for operational handover.
- Lead engineering activities related to equipment selection, supplier engagement, and capital project execution.
- Develop and manage technical teams, fostering a high-performance and collaborative culture across international locations.
- Provide structured reporting, planning, and performance tracking across process and engineering activities.
Skills and Qualifications
- Strong background in chemical, materials, or process engineering within industrial environments.
- Proven experience in scaling complex processes from pilot to industrial production.
- Deep understanding of engineering project delivery, including design, commissioning, and ramp-up phases.
- Ability to bridge early-stage development with large-scale manufacturing execution.
- Experience leading multidisciplinary, international engineering teams.
- Strong analytical and structured problem-solving capabilities.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to operate across technical and leadership stakeholders.
Experience
- Degree-qualified in Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Significant experience in process engineering and industrialisation within advanced manufacturing environments.
- Demonstrated success in scaling technologies and supporting production facility development.
- Experience operating within international and cross-functional organisations is highly advantageous.
What’s on offer
- A confidential leadership opportunity within a high-growth, technology-driven environment.
- The chance to play a key role in scaling innovative materials into industrial production.
- International exposure across engineering, manufacturing, and technology teams.
- Competitive compensation and long-term career development opportunities.
About CLM
At CLM, we specialise in executive search across manufacturing, energy and technology. With decades of international experience building leadership teams, we are committed to delivering a search experience that puts people first - for both our candidates and our clients.
Due to the confidential nature of this appointment, further details will be shared with shortlisted candidates.
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