Manufacturing Engineer

Vlaams-Brabant
Permanent
Engineering & Supply Chain

3D Systems Belgium, formerly LayerWise, is a leading company and frontrunner in 3D Metal Printing (Direct Metal Printing). As part of the 3D Systems Group – a global market leader in additive manufacturing headquartered in the US – they not only develop innovative 3D metal printing systems, but also apply this technology as a B2B parts manufacturer, for their customers in healthcare, aerospace and other high-tech industries.

The 3D Systems site in Leuven is expanding rapidly and is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to reinforce the existing Manufacturing Engineering team, which is responsible for all finishing processes.

 

YOUR ROLE

As manufacturing engineer, you are responsible for the development, support and improvement of the manufacturing processes and equipment. Within a team of 8 manufacturing engineers, you will initially specialize in CNC machining and Wire EDM processes. You are the expert and go-to-person for these processes for all parties involved: production, quality and application development and suppliers/subcontractors.

You manage the related equipment; you keep abreast of new trends and innovations in this field and guide innovations and improvement projects. In the future, you are prepared to gain expertise in other processes and techniques. You will regularly work on the production floor and you don’t mind rolling up your sleeves.

Your main responsibilities:

  • Optimize Manufacturing Operations: You will improve current and implement new operations and make suggestions for improved manufacturability and implement the changes.
  • Quality improvement: Use data analysis for continuous improvement projects and promote ‘first time-right’. Implement further robust manufacturing operations which guarantee the stable and reliable quality 3D Systems is know for.
  • Lead Uptime Optimization: In close collaboration with Production, Maintenance and Planning, work on improving our maintenance programs and production processes in order to optimize the uptime of our machine park and allow more flexibility.
  • Time-To-Market : Do quick response actions and help to realize systematic solutions.
  • Follow-up of contractors and collaborate and share expertise and lessons-learned with the site in the US. This may involve occasional travel.

 

YOUR PROFILE

  • You obtained a master’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent through experience.
  • 3D Systems is both open for experienced candidates as well as for motivated junior candidates with the right mentality and skills.
  • You have a background in mechanics and sound interest/experience in CNC machining and/or wire EDM. You are eager to learn and willing to further develop your expertise in this field.
  • You have a hands-on approach, you enjoy to be on the production floor and have affinity for problem-solving.
  • Good organizational skills. Able to work under time pressure.
  • You have good communication skills and are able to collaborate with different departments and people.
  • You are process and continuous improvement oriented
  • Fluent in English, spoken and written, knowledge of Dutch is a strong plus.

 

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

  • 3D Systems is a highly innovative company whose products are defining the future of manufacturing. Direct metal printing technology is changing the way products are made and with it the entire manufacturing industry.As a Manufacturing Engineer you will be part of a passionate international team. In this varied and challenging role you will have a key role in the manufacturing operations and be able to contribute significantly to the ongoing professionalization of the department and to customer satisfaction.Working for 3D Systems provides a unique chance to be part of a forward-thinking organization that leverages cutting-edge technology to make a real impact on the world.You will receive a competitive salary with additional non-statutory benefits.

 

INTERESTED?

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Send your CV to Katrien Hadermann or contact her for more info via katrien.hadermann@bakker.be!

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Katrien Hadermann

katrien.hadermann@bakker.be

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