Job Description

Proferro is part of Picanol Group, a business unit of Tessenderlo Group (Euronext: TESB).

Proferro specializes in manufacturing mechanical castings and machining.

Would you like to help shape the future of high‑quality castings? We are looking for a Designer who loves drawing, thinking along, and collaborating with colleagues and customers to create smart, production‑oriented solutions.

In this role, you are the link between design and production. You:

• design and draw foundry tools (pattern plates, core boxes, gauges) ensuring optimal quality and efficiency;
• actively collaborate with customers in a co‑design process;
• take ownership of castings with high scrap rates and help find sustainable solutions;
• support all production departments to improve quality and reduce scrap;
• calculate and communicate production parameters;
• inspect new tools before trial production;
• follow training in casting techniques, CAD/CAM and safety.

Qualifications

You are energized by designing, improving and collaborating. Additionally:

• you have a technical background or a strong interest in foundry technology;
• you can create 3D designs or are willing to learn;
• you work accurately and solution‑oriented;
• you communicate well with colleagues and external partners;
• you speak Dutch; knowledge of French or English is an asset.

Additional Information

We offer:

You join an international organization performing at the top of its sector. A tailor‑made training program is provided, adapted to your needs and ambitions. You are given the freedom to take your role to the highest level.

And further:

• Salary according to experience;
• Meal vouchers of 8 EUR;
• Flexible working hours;
• Eight possible telework days per month;
• 29 vacation days;
• Cafeteria plan;
• Group and hospitalization insurance;
• Focus on mental and physical well‑being.