JOB DETAILS

Design Engineer

CompanyDonaldson
LocationLeuven
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 20, 2026
About The Company
Donaldson Company helps solve some of the world's most complex filtration and contamination control challenges. As a global leader in the filtration industry, we pride ourselves on our innovative technologies and solutions, backed by a talented and dedicated team of employees. Our filtration technologies and products are used every day in a variety of industries and environments, including aerospace, agriculture, construction, food and beverage, manufacturing, mining, power generation, transportation and many more. Our success comes from our 14,000+ employees, the support our customers receive, and more than 140 manufacturing and distribution centers on six continents.
About the Role

Donaldson is committed to solving the world’s most complex filtration challenges. Together, we make cool things. As an established technology and innovation leader, we are continuously evolving to meet the filtration needs of our changing world. Join a culture of collaboration and innovation that matters and a chance to learn, effect change, and make meaningful contributions at work and in communities.

 

Join our Engineering team and help shape the future of digital product design. You'll use your CAD expertise to support the development of Blueprint, our global engineering platform that automates product configuration, quotation generation and 3D visualization. Working with SolidWorks, DriveWorks and international teams, you'll help deliver smarter engineering solutions across EMEA.

What's in it for you

  • Work on a strategic global digital engineering initiative.
  • Develop your expertise in SolidWorks, DriveWorks and engineering automation.
  • Collaborate with international engineering teams.
  • Grow your skills in digital product design and process improvement.
  • Enjoy a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package, including hospitalization and group insurance, 20 vacation days plus 12 additional leave days (32 days in total), meal and eco vouchers, a net allowance, and the option to lease a bike.
  • Be part of a vibrant workplace culture with plenty of social events throughout the year: from summer BBQs and family days with great food and drinks to quiz nights, charity pancake events, and sporting activities such as our annual volleyball tournament and the C-Valley Run. And that's just the beginning!

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain configurable product models using SolidWorks and DriveWorks.
  • Support the rollout and continuous improvement of the Blueprint platform.
  • Collaborate with engineering and cross-functional teams to deliver automated design solutions.
  • Validate CAD models, drawings and generated documentation.
  • Provide user support, documentation and identify opportunities for process improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Product Design or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent).
  • Experience with SolidWorks and 3D CAD design.
  • Interest in engineering automation and digital engineering tools.
  • Strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Fluent in English.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience with DriveWorks or other design automation tools.
Knowledge of PDM/PLM, Teamcenter or ERP systems.
Experience working in a global engineering environment.
Additional European language(s) are an advantage.

Keywords:
SolidWorks • 3D CAD • CAD Design • Mechanical Design • Product Design • Design Engineering • DriveWorks • Design Automation • Engineering Automation • Product Configuration • Configure-to-Order (CTO) • Product Data Management (PDM) • Teamcenter • Technical Drawings • Bills of Materials (BOM) • Digital Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Manufacturing • Process Improvement • Engineering Systems • Cross-functional Collaboration • Global Engineering • EMEA • Mechanical Engineering

Employment opportunities for positions in the United States may require use of information which is subject to the export control regulations of the United States. Hiring decisions for such positions are required by law to be made in compliance with these regulations. Applicants for employment opportunities in other countries must be able to meet the comparable export control requirements of that country and of the United States.

Donaldson Company has been made aware that there are several recruiting scams that are targeting job seekers.  These scams have attempted to solicit money for job applications and/or collect confidential information, Donaldson will never solicit money during the application or recruiting process.  Donaldson only accepts online applications through our Careers | Donaldson Company, Inc. website and any communication from a Donaldson recruiter would be sent using a donaldson.com email address.  If you have any questions about the legitimacy of an employment opportunity, please reach out to talentacquisition@donaldson.com to verify that the communication is from Donaldson.

Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.

Key Skills
SolidWorksDriveWorks3D CAD DesignEngineering AutomationProduct ConfigurationMechanical DesignProduct DesignPDM/PLMTeamcenterERP SystemsTechnical DrawingsBills Of MaterialsProcess ImprovementAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem Solving
Categories
EngineeringManufacturingTechnologyArt & Design
Benefits
Hospitalization InsuranceGroup Insurance32 Days Of Vacation And LeaveMeal VouchersEco VouchersNet AllowanceBike Lease OptionSocial Events
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Develop and maintain configurable product models using SolidWorks and DriveWorks to support the Blueprint global engineering platform. Collaborate with international cross-functional teams to deliver automated design solutions and validate CAD documentation.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
8028
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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