Industrial Tooling Designer

SABCA; Brussel; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SABCA in Brussels is seeking a Draftsman to design and produce tooling and part/assembly drawings based on specifications from the design office, industrialization team, or production department.

You will manage tooling realization from design through production, collaborating with production, methods and procurement to optimize tooling manufacturing, ensure quality and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical design.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in mechanical design.
• Experience in aerostructures or actuators is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design tooling in 3D and produce 2D drawings using CAD software, based on the needs of an internal or external client, or the concept defined by a Design Engineer or Manufacturing Engineer.
• Develop the technical design, as well as associated documentation and structured management, following applicable procedures.
• Manage various customer requirements (technical, budget, schedule) and align work accordingly.
• Follow instructions and explanations (what and how) to monitor the progress and results of assigned tasks.
• Ensure end-to-end follow-up of manufacturing until delivery and validation by the client and production.
• If design and/or manufacturing is outsourced, coordinate follow-up with the procurement department (draft specifications, consult, technically manage the supplier, receive and make the tooling available).
• In addition to tooling, design parts and assemblies, as well as the production configuration of aviation parts and associated documents (industrialization models, technical specifications, industrial change notices).
• Upload technical documents (drawings, manuals…) to the document management system.

Skills

CAD/CAM

Reading drawings

Mechanical design

Teamwork

Travel within Europe

Education

Bachelor in mechanical design

Tools

CATIA V5

CAD drawing

CADD

Excel

Job description

Are you one of those people who look up to the sky every time a plane passes by?

Space holds no more secrets for you than it does for science?

Environmental and technological challenges are among those you wish to tackle?

Come join Sabca and play your own role in the fast-moving world of aerospace inside a company with more than 100 years of existence.

We are experts in designing, manufacturing, maintaining, and upgrading large and complex elements for aircraft and space launchers.

In Brussels, we have our Structural and Mechatronics Engineering offices, where all our new programs begin and our workshops are equipped with modern machines that produce complex metallic assemblies for aircraft and space launchers as well as advanced Thrust Vectoring Systems for space launchers.

Mission

Your main mission as Draftsman is to design and produce tooling or part/assembly drawings based on specifications, part drawings, or requirements expressed by the design office, industrialization team, or production department.

You will manage the realization of tooling from design through to production. This includes close collaboration with production, methods, and procurement departments to optimize tooling manufacturing and ensure customer satisfaction (quality, ergonomics, deadlines…).

Responsabilities

Design tooling in 3D and produce 2D drawings using CAD software, based on the needs of an internal or external client, or the concept defined by a Design Engineer or Manufacturing Engineer

• Develop the technical design, as well as associated documentation and structured management, following applicable procedures
• Manage various customer requirements (technical, budget, schedule) and align work accordingly
• Follow instructions and explanations (what and how) to monitor the progress and results of assigned tasks
• Ensure end-to-end follow-up of manufacturing until delivery and validation by the client and production
• If design and/or manufacturing is outsourced, coordinate follow-up with the procurement department (draft specifications, consult, technically manage the supplier, receive and make the tooling available)
• In addition to tooling, design parts and assemblies, as well as the production configuration of aviation parts and associated documents (industrialization models, technical specifications, industrial change notices
• Upload technical documents (drawings, manuals…) to the document management system

You are also responsible for

• Ensuring compliance with the EN9100 quality standard and the ISO 14001 environmental standard
• Performing rigorous self-checks to guarantee the quality and conformity of the work
• Transferring your skills and knowledge to new team members to foster a culture of continuous learning and mutual support
• Managing confidential data and situations
• Complying with safety, health, and environmental rules
• Reporting risks and applying procedures to prevent incidents

Profile

Education / Experience

• Education: You hold a bachelor’s degree in mechanical design.
• Desired experience:
• You have at least 2 years of experience in mechanical design
• You possess significant professional experience in this type of role
• Experience in aerostructures or actuators is a plus

Skills

• Soft Skills:
• You are rigorous and precis
• You have strong analytical and synthesis skills
• You enjoy teamwork and collaborating with different departments
• You are flexible and willing to travel short distances within Europe
• Technical:
• You have in-depth knowledge of general mechanics
• You are able to read and interpret technical drawings
• You have good knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes
• Languages: You speak English and French or Dutch.
• IT skills:
• You have basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• You are proficient in CAD (Computer-Aided Design) and CADD (Computer-Aided Drafting) software
• You are proficient in CATIA V5 – module for 3D parts and assemblies design, as well as 2D drawing (drafting)

So, What’s in it for you?

Experience!

Gain new experience to thanks to the full range of services we offer to the civil, space and military aviation markets as well as to the commercial Unmanned Autonomous Systems (drones). Our activities include designing, manufacturing, maintaining, and upgrading large and complex elements for aircraft and space launchers for customers and partners belonging to the elite of the aerospace industry.

Excitement!

Work in an exciting environment where long-standing expertise and research and technological development feed off each other.

Sabca collaborators have their passion and their know-how as common denominator.

Teamwork, reliability and innovation are part of the culture we value and that lead us to success.

Challenges!

Help Europe access to space by designing and manufacturing rocket structures.

Be part of the pioneers in developing advanced air mobility solutions inside our division dedicated to drones. Use your knowledge to take people around the world on board low-carbon aircraft.

Contribute to the environmental and technological challenges of the century. Play your own role in the fast-moving world of aerospace.

Be ready for take-off!

"This position is subject to specific regulatory requirements (export control and/or security clearance). Employment, as well as access to the relevant information and systems, is conditional upon obtaining and maintaining the required authorizations, in accordance with applicable regulations. By submitting your application, you agree to cooperate in good faith and to provide all necessary, complete and accurate information in this regard".