Engineering Recruitment Team Attend JEC Paris

Charlotte Robinson

9th March 2026

4 min read

VHR is pleased to announce that our Engineering and Technical team from London will be representing VHR at this year’s JEC World 2026.

The event is scheduled to take place from March 10th to 12th, 2026, at the Paris-Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre.

About JEC World

Organised by the JEC Group, JEC World remains the leading global event for the composite materials industry, bringing together the full value chain, from raw materials to advanced applications, into one world-class platform.

The 2026 edition will take place 10–12 May 2026 at the Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre, continuing its reputation as the “festival of composites,” offering unmatched innovation, business development, and networking opportunities.

The 2026 event is set to be one of the most ambitious yet, featuring more than 1,400 exhibitors and expecting around 46,000 professional visits from over 100 countries, reflecting the continued global growth and importance of the composites sector.

JEC World 2026 will feature a wide-ranging programme including:

Conferences & Expert Sessions: Covering advanced manufacturing, automation, digitalisation, AI, sustainability, circular economy strategies, carbon‑neutrality pathways, and application-specific insights across aerospace, mobility, construction, and more.
Innovation Awards: Highlighting ground-breaking material innovations, technologies, and manufacturing solutions from around the world.
Start-up Booster: Showcasing the next generation of start-ups in composites and advanced materials, recognised as one of the industry’s key innovation stages.
Live Demonstrations & Technology Showcases: Presenting cutting-edge processes, machinery, recycling technologies, and circular design solutions.
Business Meetings: Structured matchmaking connecting global industry leaders, suppliers, manufacturers, researchers, and decision-makers across the value chain.

The VHR Team

Conor McKeon – Director of Engineering and Technical Recruitment

With 20 years of experience in the Motorsport, Automotive, Marine, and Aerospace industries, Conor specialises in supplying both contract and permanent personnel throughout the UK, Europe, and the Middle East. His consultative approach has fostered long-term relationships with clients and candidates, resulting in high retention rates and ongoing referrals.

Conor leads teams in delivering tailored recruitment solutions to meet the unique needs of each sector.

Paulina Olarte – Client Services Executive

Paulina partners with leading organisations in Motorsport, Aerospace, Aviation, Defence, and Marine to help them secure exceptional technical talent worldwide.

She specialises in high‑precision, fast‑paced industries—connecting engineers, technicians, and specialist professionals with roles that drive innovation and shape the future.

From cutting‑edge Formula 1 projects to next‑generation satellite development and critical aviation maintenance, Paulina brings a people‑first, solutions‑led approach to recruitment. Her focus is clear: understand each challenge, deliver the right talent, and empower teams to achieve what’s next.

Nada Bekkari – Account Executive

Nada is an Account Executive at VHR Global Technical Recruitment, partnering with engineering and technical businesses across Europe to deliver talent solutions that fuel growth and performance.

With a strong focus on the motorsport and Formula 1 sectors, she supports clients in identifying, attracting, and securing top technical professionals. Nada combines strategic insight, industry knowledge, and a client‑first approach to build long‑term partnerships that deliver measurable results.

Her commitment to understanding each organisation’s goals ensures she provides tailored, high‑impact recruitment solutions that help teams thrive in fast‑paced, competitive environments.