As R&D Manager & Senior Product Development Engineer, you will lead the entire development process for new models, from concept to industrialisation. You will translate design proposals into technically feasible products while ensuring quality, timing, cost efficiency, and overall feasibility.
In this central role within the R&D team, you will combine in-depth technical expertise with strong coaching and leadership skills. You will act as a bridge between Marketing, Purchasing, Production, and Sales, report directly to the COO, and contribute to strategic decision-making at executive level.
The challenge :
- Lead, coach, and develop the R&D team (engineers, prototype specialists, and technical designers).
- Define and execute the R&D planning and priorities to ensure project deadlines are met.
- Contribute to the development of both short- and long-term objectives for the department.
- Optimise processes, project methodologies, and collaboration within the team.
- Coordinate and monitor the full R&D development process using a stage-gate methodology.
- Develop and validate new products through 2D/3D CAD design, prototyping, and testing.
- Prepare new models for production and ensure a smooth and successful industrialisation process.
Who you are :
- Master's degree in Product Development, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- At least 8 years of relevant experience in product development and team leadership.
- Strong knowledge of 2D/3D CAD and BOM (Bill of Materials) systems.
- Experience with Creo Parametric and Windchill is an advantage.
- A coaching-oriented people manager with excellent communication skills.
- Analytical, highly organised, and decisive.
- Strong affinity with design, aesthetics, and seating comfort.
- Fluent in Dutch, French, and English.
- You live within approximately 40 km of Wervik.
The offer :
- Une entreprise de design belge en croissance et tournée vers l’avenir, où innovation et savoir-faire se rencontrent.
- Un rôle clé avec un impact direct, au sein d’une structure horizontale et de circuits décisionnels courts.
- La liberté de travailler de manière autonome, avec de réelles responsabilités.
- Des possibilités de développement : nous investissons dans vos connaissances et votre expertise.
- Une équipe chaleureuse et expérimentée, engagée pour la qualité et la réussite.
- Un package salarial attractif avec des avantages extralégaux, complété par 10 jours ADV et un trajet domicile-travail sans embouteillages.
