Tool Designer & Technical Support Engineer

About the role

We are looking for a Tool Designer & Technical Support Engineer to join a growing industrial specialist in Belgium. The role combines full‑cycle 3D tooling design with direct technical support for commercial teams and clients, focusing on custom precision tools for extrusion processes.

Key responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end 3D tooling design using CAD software, from specifications to first workshop trials.
• Participate actively in sampling and pre‑series phases within the production workshop.
• Control and validate finished tools and products with high‑precision measuring instruments.
• Develop optimized geometric solutions that balance performance requirements and process feasibility.
• Perform thermal and mechanical simulations to verify design choices.
• Provide structured technical support to commercial teams, analysing client projects and guiding decisions.
• Interact directly with clients on product‑related technical aspects via phone, Teams and occasional on‑site visits.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, materials science or a related field.
• Minimum three years of experience in CAD/DAO, preferably in tooling, extrusion, moulding or precision mechanics.
• Proficiency with a 3D modelling package such as SolidWorks, CATIA or Inventor.
• Familiarity with thermal or mechanical simulation tools (e.g., Ansys, Comsol) is a plus.
• Strong metrological rigour and comfort with tolerance requirements and measuring equipment.
• Excellent communication skills in Dutch, English and French.
• Hands‑on, autonomous and curious attitude, able to integrate into a close‑knit team.

Required skills

• SolidWorks
• CATIA
• Inventor
• Ansys
• Comsol
• CAD
• Metrology
• Thermal simulation
• Mechanical simulation

What we offer

• A technically rich position within a flat‑hierarchy company where each employee has real impact.
• Access to a one‑year internal training programme across European sites.
• A dynamic, people‑first environment focused on continuous improvement.