Mechanical Design Lead – Entertainment Machinery On-site | Sint-Niklaas, Belgium Full-time PermanentA stable and established company in the entertainment and amusement machinery sector is seeking a Mechanical Design Lead to head up a skilled design team working on high-quality products including and similar interactive systems.As the Design Lead, you’ll be responsible for managing a team of 6 engineers, coaching and mentoring them through the full design lifecycle. The products are mechanically intricate, often comprising 500+ parts, and involve a variety of materials including sheet metals, plastics, and glass.Key Responsibilities:Lead and manage the mechanical design team.Own the mechanical architecture of cabinets and machines from concept through to production.Simplify and optimise designs for manufacturing and assembly.Work hands-on in SolidWorks to support complex mechanical assemblies.Encourage innovation and exploration within the design process.Collaborate closely with production and other engineering teams.Requirements:Proven experience in mechanical design, ideally in complex machines or similar industries.Strong proficiency with SolidWorks and working knowledge of design for manufacturing (DFM).Experience with sheet metal, plastic, and glass components.Demonstrated ability to manage and mentor a team.PLM system experience is a plus.Ability to work full-time on-site in Sint-Niklaas.What’s Offered:Competitive gross monthly salary from €5,000+, depending on experience.Company car and full benefits package.Meal vouchers and additional standard benefits.A stable, no-politics environment with long-term vision and leadership continuity.Opportunity to work on creative and technically challenging products.This is a rare opportunity to take a leadership role in a company where innovation is encouraged, and stability is a given. If you’re a seasoned mechanical designer ready to step up or continue in a leadership role, we’d love to hear from you.