Mechanical engineer

Mechanical Engineer | Automotive Industry | Kortrijk, Belgium

Are you passionate about automotive engineering, precision mechanics, and cutting edge technology? Do you want to be part of a team shaping the future of vehicle design and performance? This is your opportunity to work in a high tech automotive manufacturing environment, optimizing processes and developing innovative solutions.

The Role

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will play a critical role in the design, testing, and improvement of automotive components and manufacturing processes. Youll work with high performance materials, automated production lines, and advanced testing equipment to ensure our vehicles meet the highest quality and safety standards.

Your Responsibilities

Design & optimize mechanical components for vehicles, including chassis, drivetrain, and structural elements.

Work with CAD software (Siemens NX, CATIA, SolidWorks) to develop and refine mechanical designs.

Collaborate with production teams to improve manufacturing efficiency and quality.

Perform finite element analysis (FEA) and other simulations to validate designs.

Work with CNC machines, robotic welding systems, and automated assembly lines to enhance precision and production speed.

Support testing teams with vehicle crash tests, durability testing, and NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness) analysis.

Ensure compliance with ISO/TS 16949 and other automotive industry standards.

Troubleshoot mechanical failures, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.

What Were Looking For

Bachelors or Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.

Experience in automotive component design, manufacturing, or testing.

Strong knowledge of materials science, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics.

Proficiency with CAD software (NX, CATIA, SolidWorks, or similar).

Experience with CNC machining, 3D printing, or robotic systems is a plus.

Knowledge of automotive standards (ISO/TS 16949, Euro NCAP, etc.).

Strong problem solving skills and the ability to work in a fast paced environment.

Fluent in Dutch or English (French is a plus).

Whats in It for You?

Competitive salary with performance bonuses.

Company car & fuel card (or mobility budget).