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Mechanical Design Engineer - Precision Gearboxes
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Talenkennis
- Engels (Zeer goed)
Vereiste studies
- Of gelijkwaardig door ervaring
- Master: Elektrotechniek
- Academische bachelor: Wiskunde en statistiek
- Master: Elektromechanica
Werkervaring
- Minstens 2 jaar ervaring
Functieomschrijving
Welcome to Traxial: Where big ideas start small (but mighty)
Join Traxial as a Mechanical Design Engineer and take ownership for Precision Gearboxes . You'll work from concept to prototype and production, combining detailed mechanical design with hands-on validation.
This is what you'll do:
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Design and develop precision gearboxes for new product applications, from concept through prototype and production.
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Design mechanical components such as gears, shafts, bearings, housings, seals, and other transmission elements.
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Create detailed 3D CAD models and 2D manufacturing drawings, applying relevant industry standards and GD&T.
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Perform and support mechanical calculations and design verification.
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Work closely with suppliers and subcontractors on gearbox components, manufacturing processes, tolerances, materials, and specifications.
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Support prototype builds, testing, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of gearbox and actuator designs.
Profiel
Who are we looking for?
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Master's degree in Mechanical or Electro-Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
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At least 3 years of professional experience in gearbox, drivetrain or precision mechanical component design.
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Proficient in Siemens NX, Teamcenter PDM, or similar CAD/PDM tools.
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Good knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes for gearbox components, including gear machining, heat treatment, tolerancing, and design-for-manufacturing principles.
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Strong analytical skills and experience performing mechanical calculations, such as gear sizing, shaft strength and bearing selection.
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Experience in Romax, KISSsoft or similar packages for gear calculation is a plus.
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This position requires existing work authorization in Belgium.
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A team player with a can-do mentality, creative mindset, and fluent English.
Professionele vaardigheden
- Softwareprogramma's gebruiken
- De vraag van de klant analyseren
- Onderzoeksgegevens verzamelen
- Een prototype testen
- Onderwerp en doelstelling van onderzoek bepalen
Persoonlijke vaardigheden
- Richting geven
- Resultaatgerichtheid
- Beslissen
- Communiceren
- Kritisch denken
- Samenwerken
- Assertiviteit
- Betrouwbaarheid
- Creativiteit
- Analyseren
- Flexibiliteit
- Klantgerichtheid
- Commercieel inzicht
- Zelfstandigheid
- Zelfontwikkeling
- Initiatief
- Verantwoordelijkheid
Aanbod
Why join Traxial?
This is a hands-on R&D role where your gearbox designs can move quickly from calculation and CAD into prototypes, testing and real product improvements. You'll join an international team in Kortrijk working on compact, efficient powertrain technology.
Sure, every company talks about perks. But here's why you'll look forward to getting up in the morning:
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Make an impact: Your work won't just sit on a server collecting digital dust. You'll see your ideas come to life in the real world.
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Life at Traxial ≠ boring: Whether brainstorming about Belgian beers, making last-minute design tweaks, or Friday wrap lunches where creativity and tortillas collide—we keep things fresh.
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Flexibility that works for you: We know work-life balance is key. That's why we offer flexible hours to fit your lifestyle, and one day of remote work a week when it fits your role. Because we know great ideas don't always come from the same desk.
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Kortrijk, our hidden gem: We might be a little biased, but Kortrijk's got everything—creative energy, amazing food, and just enough peace to let your next big idea come to life.
Traxial
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Traxial EVOLIS 100 8500 KORTRIJK
Hoe solliciteren?
Meer info
All applications must be submitted through our careers portal: https://bit.ly/traxial_careers_vdab
About Magnax
Magnax is a Belgian deep-tech company founded in 2015, specializing in yokeless axial flux electric motor technology. The company develops high torque density and high-efficiency motor technology for industrial and advanced electrification applications. Magnax also operates Traxial, a 100% subsidiary focused on e-mobility applications.
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VDAB-vacaturenummer: 74375724
VDAB-beroep: Productontwikkelaar
Online sinds: 13-08-2026
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