Mechanical Design Engineer

🎯 Job title: Graduate/Junior Mechanical Design Engineer — Roller Coaster Systems

🎢 About my client

My client is a world-class designer and manufacturer of high-performance roller coasters and theme park attractions. Based in Liège, they create thrilling, safe, and technologically advanced rides for amusement parks across the globe.

From high-speed launch systems to innovative carriages and dynamic moving track elements, their engineering teams work at the cutting edge of mechanical design, ensuring every ride delivers both excitement and reliability.

As part of their continued growth, they are looking for a Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer to join their talented engineering team and work on some of the most exciting projects in the industry.

🎯 Job title: Graduate/Junior Mechanical Design Engineer — Roller Coaster Systems

This is an entry-level role for a graduate eager to learn from experienced engineers in the design of roller coaster components. You will gain hands-on experience in the full design lifecycle — from concept sketches to production drawings — contributing to the launch mechanisms, carriages, and moving track systems that make world-class rides possible.

🔧 Your responsibilities

• Assist in the design of mechanical components, assemblies, and systems for roller coaster rides.
• Work with senior engineers to develop concepts into detailed 3D CAD models and 2D manufacturing drawings.
• Participate in calculations and simulations for loads, stresses, and motion.
• Support prototype assembly, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Help ensure designs meet safety standards and manufacturing requirements.
• Collaborate with production, suppliers, and installation teams.

👤 Your profile

• Recently graduated (or soon to graduate) in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Strong interest in mechanical systems, dynamics, and large moving structures.
• Familiarity with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar).
• Eager to learn, open to feedback, and comfortable working in a collaborative environment.
• Good communication skills in English; French or Dutch is a plus.
• Based in (or willing to relocate to) Liège.

✅ What’s on offer

• The chance to work on iconic, record-breaking attractions enjoyed by millions worldwide.
• Mentorship from experienced mechanical engineers.
• A creative, international work environment in a niche engineering sector.
• The opportunity to see your work come to life in theme parks around the globe.
• Full-time role based at their Liège engineering centre.

If you’d like, I can also prepare a shorter, high-energy LinkedIn version with an exciting hook (e.g., “Want to design the world’s most thrilling rides?”) to grab early-career engineers’ attention.