Function: Mechanical Design Engineer
Type: Freelance
Location: Flanders, Belgium
Work Setup: Onsite, 5 days/week
Duration: 6-12 months (with chance of extension)
Start Date: As soon as possible
Language: English required; Dutch/French is a plus
No Visa Sponsorship Available! ONLY FREELANCERS
About the role:
We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer for a 6-12 month assignment based in Flanders, Belgium. You will work on mechanical design activities for conveyor-based systems within a production industry, supporting the engineering team on component design, revisions, and documentation. The team primarily uses SolidWorks, with PDM tools applied depending on project needs.
Responsibilities:
Design mechanical components and conveyor systems using SolidWorks
Collaborate with internal engineering teams to ensure alignment
Revise and adapt designs based on standards and feedback
Manage documentation and version control within PDM environments
Support design reviews and implement improvements when required
Skills & Experience:
Proven experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer in industrial environments
Proficient with SolidWorks for 3D mechanical design
Knowledge of PDM systems and structured workflows
Familiarity with conveyor designs or food & beverage machinery is a plus
English required; Dutch or French is a bonus
Willingness to work mostly onsite
IMPORTANT! The client will only consider candidates who are registered as a freelancer within the EU and require no visa sponsorship.
Interested? Are you a driven Mechanical Design Engineer ready to contribute to high-tech automation? Send your CV today and we'll be in touch shortly!