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Freelance Manufacturing Engineer

East Flanders Temporary View Job Description
The Workshop Engineer bridges technical design and manufacturing by translating approved engineering solutions into efficient, compliant, and production-ready outputs for the workshop environment.

Added 01/10/2026

  • Possible long term mission
  • Multiple projects ongoing

About Our Client

Our client is a leading industrial manufacturing organisation operating within a highly technical and project-driven production environment.

Job Description

  • Assess the manufacturability and technical feasibility of customer-approved designs, identifying risks, constraints, and optimisation opportunities.
  • Create and maintain production documentation including technical drawings, CAD models, work instructions, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and ERP master data.
  • Provide technical support to production teams, troubleshoot manufacturing issues, and contribute to root cause analyses and corrective actions.
  • Optimise designs, materials, and production processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance manufacturing performance.
  • Collaborate closely with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, Product Management, and Engineering teams to ensure technical alignment and operational excellence.



The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Engineering, Design Engineering, or equivalent relevant experience.
  • Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, technical design, or a similar production-focused role.
  • Strong proficiency with CAD software (such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor) and experience managing BOMs, routings, and technical master data in ERP systems (SAP, Dynamics, or similar).
  • Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, design for manufacturability principles, technical problem solving, and cost estimation within an industrial environment.
  • Analytical, detail-oriented, and hands-on professional with strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across multiple departments.
  • Fluent in English and Dutch



What's on Offer

  • Freelance mission.
  • Duration: 6 months.
  • Full-time, on-site assignment



Contact
Charlotte Paillas
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7116596

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Engineering Design and R&D
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
East Flanders
Contract Type
Temporary
Consultant name
Charlotte Paillas
Job Reference
JN-102026-7116596

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