Overview Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Gearbox / Actuators
We are partnering with a high-growth, well-funded DeepTech startup entering a pivotal scaling phase. Following a successful recent funding round, they are embarking on a 5-year growth roadmap, offering a unique opportunity for an ambitious Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for Gearbox / Actuators to shape the future of their hardware.
As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for Gearbox, you will take full ownership of complex gearbox and actuator design, moving from 3D CAD concepts to high-impact deployment. This role isn’t just about design; it’s about ownership. As the team scales, you will move into a mentorship role, guiding junior engineers and setting the standard for technical excellence in one of the world’s fastest-evolving industries.
The position is full time, based in Brussels, Belgium, so will involve relocation if you are not based here.
The position is Hybrid, likely 3-4 days on-site a week.
Responsibilities Own complex gearbox and actuator design from concept through deployment, including 3D CAD development and detailed engineering execution.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers as the team scales.
Set and uphold standards for mechanical design excellence in gear systems, actuators, bearings, and related components.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate mechanical designs with system requirements and manufacturing processes.
Qualifications Experience with CAD design for 3D modeling.
Mechanical design experience in gears, actuators, bearings, or related components.
Ideally 5-7+ years of industry experience, with more being advantageous.
Location & Work Arrangement Based in Brussels, Belgium. Relocation will be considered for non-local candidates. Hybrid work setup with likely 3-4 days on-site per week.
Application & Perks I welcome your application if you’d like to find out more. If you know someone who would be a good fit, we offer a fantastic referral scheme which I would be happy to discuss.
Keywords Deep Tech / Design Engineer / Gearbox / Actuator / Drivetrain / CAD / Mechanical Design
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