HEAD OF ENGINEERING | LEAD SPECIALIZED TEAM OF 7 ENGINEERS

Verzelen Maes Consultants BVArr. KortrijkEURESpublished 09/19/2026
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Are you an experienced engineer with a passion for mechanical engineering, innovation, and technical leadership?

For an innovative mechanical engineering company, we are looking for a Head of Engineering who will help determine the company's technical direction. You combine strategic thinking with technical expertise and lead a team of engineers working daily on unique machines and installations for sustainable applications.

A key role for someone who wants to make an impact on technology, innovation, and people.

Job Description

  • As Head of Engineering, you will take charge of the engineering team and be responsible for the technical development of new machines and installations.
  • You ensure that projects meet the highest quality standards and guide your team in the development of innovative solutions.

A typical workday?

  • You coach and support a team of 7 engineers, monitor project progress, and ensure that technical challenges are addressed efficiently.
  • Additionally, you design new machines conceptually from scratch and maintain the balance between quality, cost, and manufacturability.
  • You actively contribute ideas regarding innovative developments and guide new ideas from the concept phase to realization. In doing so, you also assist in the preparation and submission of patent applications.
  • Together with the management, you think strategically about the further growth of the company, new markets, and future technological developments.
  • Master Burgerlijk Ingenieur or Industrieel Ingenieur Elektromechanica
  • At least 5 to 10 years of experience within mechanical engineering or engineering
  • Experience with the design and realization of machines and prototypes
  • Strong technical insight
  • Analytical thinking skills
  • Experience in managing and coaching technical teams
  • Innovatively minded
  • Experience with concept development
  • Ability to think and act cost-efficiently
  • Entrepreneurial mindset
  • Decisive
  • Strategic insight
  • Good knowledge of French
  • Good knowledge of English
  • Strong communication skills

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  • A strong Head of Engineering does not just design machines. They inspire people, create innovative solutions, and help an organization grow towards the future.

Interested?

No complicated application procedures or endless interviews.

Just an open conversation to discover if your technical expertise, leadership style, and ambitions align with this challenge.