Industrial Project Design Engineer

Are you a creative thinker with technical insight and a passion for sustainable innovation?
At Rockfon, we have a unique opportunity for you. We're looking for an experienced Industrial Project Design Engineer ready to make an impact on how the world sounds and feels. Join us in developing high-quality ceiling solutions that combine aesthetics, acoustics, and sustainability.

Together, we create a better and quieter world.
At Rockfon, we go beyond ceilings. We design spaces that help people thrive – acoustically, visually, and sustainably. As the European market leader in stone wool ceiling systems, we offer complete solutions by combining acoustic panels with innovative suspension systems. With nature as our source, we take pride in offering circular, fully recyclable products.

As we continue to grow, our Grids & Accessories Business Unit in Wijnegem (Belgium) is looking for an Industrial Project Design Engineer to help shape the ceiling suspension systems of tomorrow.

Your Role
The Industrial Project Design Engineer will report to the Head of R&D and Product Management and will be responsible for designing various metallic suspension systems, improving current ceiling systems, and preparing designs for future solutions.

In this role, you will :

• Lead and manage projects from early ideation to mass production.
• Translate user needs into technically feasible and production-ready designs.
• Prototype, test, and iterate concepts together with internal and external stakeholders.
• Select appropriate materials and processes, focusing on durability and circularity.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to balance design, function, and cost.
• Maintain and co-own all 2D and 3D product documentation with our second Project Design Engineer.
• Apply your knowledge of metal forming techniques and materials expertise to develop innovative metal components.
• Leverage your network in the metal industry, including third-party and prototyping suppliers, to support project execution.
• Generate creative solutions and conceptual designs for metal components, using your strong drawing and sketching skills to communicate ideas effectively.

What You Bring

• Master's degree in industrial design, mechanical engineering, or a related field, with a minimum of 5 years' experience in industrial design, project engineering, or technical design, ideally with metal forming or roll forming expertise.
• In-depth knowledge of metal forming techniques and strong technical/mechanical process or materials background in metals.
• Established network within the metal industry, including third-party and prototyping suppliers.
• Proven ability in idea generation and creative problem-solving for metal components, with strong drawing and sketching skills.
• High proficiency in 2D and 3D design tools, such as SolidWorks, Composer, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong sense of industrial design, attention to detail, and high standards for quality.
• Excellent communication and visualization skills, proactive and well-organized, with solid command of English (Dutch is a plus).

What We Offer
You will take on a key role within a purpose-driven company that is actively shaping a more sustainable built environment. You'll become part of a collaborative, open-minded culture that values curiosity and continuous learning. Our brand-new, state-of-the-art offices are located in the green suburbs of Antwerp (Wijnegem), providing an inspiring place to work.

In addition to a competitive base salary and a company car, we offer attractive fringe benefits, including meal vouchers, group insurance, hospitalization insurance, home office allowance, CAO 90, and a cafeteria plan. We value a healthy work-life balance, which is why you receive a total of 34 vacation days. You will also receive holiday pay and an end-of-year bonus.

How To Apply
We value diversity and welcome all applications regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion/belief, disability, age, sexual orientation, or identity.

Apply via the application button, and we will be happy to get in touch with you. An online assessment is part of the application process, consisting of a skills and competency test. For any questions, you can contact our Corporate Recruiter, Mitchell Krause, at or