Designer / Project leader Mechanical Engineering

Function

As a Designer/Project Leader Mechanical Engineering, you will be responsible for the entire process of developing and following up new mechanical engineering projects. You play a crucial role in the mechanical design of machines and production lines, applying both existing machine principles and customised solutions. Your tasks include:

• Gathering specifications through consultation or by on-site measurements at the customer's premises.
• Designing customised machines and drawing them out in 3D with SolidWorks.
• Supporting sales by listing machine parts and preparing sales drawings.
• Daily consultation with staff in the workshop to ensure smooth and correct production.
• Providing mechanical work preparation and preparing production drawings.
• Assisting in purchasing specific parts, following up on orders and deliveries from your projects.
• Documenting the final as-built and any modifications to machine designs.

This role offers you the chance to see your designs take shape in real-time within a dynamic production environment in Ypres, West Flanders.

Profile

We are looking for a driven professional with the following qualifications and skills:

• A technical master's degree in (electro)mechanics, industrial production techniques, or equivalent through experience.
• 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in the mechanical engineering sector is a strong plus.
• Excellent technical understanding and skill in producing correct 3D drawings.
• Ability to work independently, be accurate and punctual after internal training.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to work well with colleagues and report to the case manager.
• A passion for machinery, engineering and working within a manufacturing environment.

Organisation

Our client is a stable and growing West Flemish engineering firm specialising in the design, manufacture and installation of bespoke solutions for industrial applications. Thanks to a combination of engineering, in-house production and a customer-focused approach, the company delivers complete mechanical installations for a wide range of sectors. Innovation, quality and a pragmatic, no-nonsense approach are central to its philosophy.

Offer

We offer you an attractive and competitive salary package tailored to your experience and skills. In addition, you can count on:

• Opportunities for professional development and internal training.
• Work in a collegial, innovative and dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Flexibility and space to use and grow your expertise.
• A location in Ypres, West Flanders, with a pleasant working atmosphere and growth opportunities.