Cartamundi -

#Ownership

Name of the Role: Regional Group Engineer

Department: Solutions Division

Location: Turnhout, Belgium - We welcome applicants from any European country, provided they can work in a hybrid model.

About Cartamundi

Cartamundi is the global leader in “play” solutions — from playing cards to board games, collectibles, and trading card games. With 3,100 team members worldwide, we empower people everywhere to “Live Different, Play Different.” Headquartered in Belgium, our family-owned company operates 12 manufacturing sites and a global network of design and sales offices across the U.S., Mexico, Latin America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.

Our portfolio includes iconic heritage brands like Bicycle®, Bee®, and Copag®, alongside many beloved local brands. We’re also a trusted production and distribution partner for the world’s leading toy and entertainment companies.

With roots dating back to 1765, we combine centuries of craftsmanship with forward‑thinking innovation, including digital experiences. Our strategy focuses on sustainable, profitable growth — preserving our planet and our company for generations to come.

BECOME A CARTAMUNDIAN — We Can. We Care. We Do. We Play. We Connect.

Your Opportunity

The Regional Group Engineer leads engineering projects that enable the construction of new factories and production lines across the group. This role ensures technical consistency and alignment by coordinating local engineering teams, managing projects from concept to completion, and enforcing group standards and best practices. Acting as a strategic partner, the Regional Group Engineer translates the three-year business plan into an executable technical roadmap and Capex plan, while driving innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence across all sites.

How You Will Contribute

Project Leadership & Coordination:

• Lead regional engineering projects for new factory construction and production line installations.
• Manage scope, timelines, and budgets for assigned initiatives, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Coordinate cross-site activities and resource allocation to achieve project objectives.

Team Steering & Alignment:

• Guide and support local engineering teams to ensure consistent technical standards and execution.
• Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing between local and group engineering teams.
• Mentor and develop local engineers throughout project phases.

Technical Governance:

• Define and enforce technical standards, specifications, and compliance requirements across regional projects.
• Ensure all designs and installations meet group-wide quality, safety, and sustainability standards.
• Support technical hiring and training at local sites.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Act as the regional engineering point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Communicate project progress, risks, and mitigation plans to leadership and local teams.
• Collaborate with local site VPs and Operations Directors to define Capex plans and feed innovation needs to the Innovation Team.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for process optimization and standardization across sites.
• Support implementation of innovative technologies and sustainable engineering solutions.
• Drive OEE improvements and establish standard equipment and processes in collaboration with Group Engineers and the Innovation Team.

Who You Are

Education:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related field.

Experience:

• Minimum 5–8 years in engineering project management within international manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Proven experience in leading multi-site or regional projects and steering engineering teams.
• Up to 50% travel

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of factory design, production line installation, Robotics, automation and industrial standards.
• Familiarity with CAD tools and project management software.
• Hands-on problem solver

Leadership & Soft Skills:

• Excellent coordination, leadership, and communication abilities.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work in a fast growing matrix organization and manage cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in English

Why Working With US

We invite you into a varied position with an attractive package and the possibilities for personal and professional growth.

• A dynamic international environment with opportunities to grow, innovate and thrive alongside colleagues from around the world.
• The chance to co-shape global communications by contributing to impactful projects that influence how our story is told across borders.
• A role where your creativity and organizational skills matter, where you can make a tangible difference in shaping messages, channels and projects that resonate.

DEI Statement

Cartamundi is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing fair and inclusive employment opportunities. We do not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race or ethnic origin, colour, religion or belief, age, disability, national or social origin, marital or family status, genetic or health information, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.