Design Engineer

Ghent , Flanders, Belgium

Type: n/a

Category: Creative Industries

Requirements: English
Company: Vivid Resourcing
Region: Ghent , Flanders

Mechanical Design Engineer Advanced Machine Systems

Location: Ghent, Belgium

Type: Full-time | Flexi-Working

Join a company at the cutting edge of industrial automation and next-generation production systems. Based in Ghent, we design and build complex, high-performance machinery used across multiple sectorsincluding sustainable manufacturing, clean tech processing, and smart logistics.

We''re on the lookout for a 3D Mechanical Design Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, creative engineering environment. Whether you''re launching your career or bringing decades of experience, we offer the chance to work on fully custom-built machines that are engineered, designed, and assembled entirely in-house.

What You''ll Be Doing

Youll work as part of a skilled and collaborative engineering team, designing machines that push boundaries in speed, precision, and adaptability. Reporting to a Project Engineer, your work will include:

• Creating high-quality 3D mechanical designs for bespoke machine solutions.
• Developing detailed production drawings and mechanical documentation.
• Translating technical requirements into functional, efficient, and durable designs.
• Contributing to design reviews and brainstorming sessions with project and production teams.

Who We''re Looking For

• Enthusiasm for mechanical design, innovation, and real-world problem-solving.
• Experience with 3D CAD software (Creo + Model Manager preferred; other platforms welcome).
• Understanding of mechanical systems and machine construction (level can vary by experience).
• Open to all levelsrecent graduates to seasoned professionals with 20+ years in the field.
• Fluent in English; a basic grasp of Dutch or willingness to learn is important. Dutch speakers preferred.
• Valid EU work authorisation.

Why Youll Love Working Here

• Every machine is unique: No copy-paste workevery project presents new challenges and learning opportunities.
• All in-house: Design, engineering, and assembly happen under one roof, meaning fast feedback loops and deep involvement from start to finish.

The Environment

This is an office-based role in Ghent, with occasional flexibility (e.g. for technician visits or personal matters). We value team presence and collaboration, which is reflected in our hands-on and supportive engineering culture.

Ready to Design the Future?

Apply now and take your place in a company building the next generation of intelligent machinesfrom concept to completion.

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