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This role uses advanced software tools, enabling FEA and motion simulations.\nWhat you will get:\nAn agile career and dynamic working culture\n\nAn inclusive and ethical workplace\n\nCompensation programs that recognize high performance\n\nA variety of benefits dependent on role and location\n\nThe full list of our global benefits can be also found on https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits.\n\nThe full-time annual base pay for this position in Belgium is expected to range between 75.000,- EUR and 105.000,- EUR. Initial salary placement within this range will be determined based on role-related factors such as experience, qualifications, and expected contribution.\nWhat you will do:\nTranslate customer requirements into innovative designs and organize/participate in design reviews during the design phase.\n\nActively participate in the assembly of your prototype designs and implement key learnings to optimize the final product.\n\nEnsure a smooth transfer of technology and design specifications to the manufacturing facilities throughout the project phases.\n\nFocus on safety and environmental aspects (e.g., noise reduction) while ensuring high functional levels, robustness, and ease of maintenance.\n\nIdentify wear parts during the conceptual phase and minimize them, balancing investment against repair and maintenance costs.\n\nProduce accurate assembly/detailed drawings and parts lists, ensuring proper electronic filing and database management.\n\nRequest quotes for fabrication and trade purchase items, and closely follow up on deliveries to guarantee high component quality.\n\nAct as the internal go-to expert for the CAD software, safeguard drawing standards, and execute Design Change Requests (DCRs) promptly.\n\nDaily coach, support, and train (temporary) contract draftsmen to get them up to speed and operational as efficiently as possible.\n\nWhat we are looking for:\nMaster degree in Engineering or equivalent\n\n10 years experience mechanical designing\n\nExtensive experience in state of the art machinery development\n\nProven experience and interest in new technologies\n\nStrong interpersonal and problem solving skills, enabling you to collaborate with other teams as well as to work independently\n\nFlexible and creative mindset\n\nStrong pragmatic skills with the ability to balance efficiency and quality, combined with an eye for detail to ensure accurate and polished results\n\nFluency in Dutch and English\n\nAbout Lonza\nAt Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.\nInnovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.\nReady to shape the future of life sciences? 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