Cartamundi is the worldwide leader in “play” solutions, such as playing cards, card & board games, and collectibles & trading card games. Its team of nearly 3,000 people is united in providing every person the possibility to “Live Different, Play Different.” To achieve this, the family-owned company, headquartered in Belgium, operates a global network of design and sales offices and manufacturing facilities, stretching from the US, over Latin America and Europe, to Japan. 

The company houses a global brand portfolio that includes a suite of heritage brands such as Bicycle®, Bee®, Copag®, Shuffle® and many locally loved brands. At the same time, Cartamundi is a trusted manufacturing and distribution solutions partner for leading toy and entertainment companies. 

Given the Cartamundi printing presses have been running since 1765, the company draws on a rich tradition, whilst at the same time stimulating innovation in digital and hybrid experiences to stay relevant today and tomorrow. 

Cartamundi pursues a strategy of sustainable and profitable growth whilst preserving our planet and the company in excellent condition for generations to come. 

Learn more about what we do at https://www.cartamundi.com and follow us on LinkedIn via www.linkedin.com/company/cartamundi 

Group Engineer Europe

As Regional Group Engineer for Europe, you will lead engineering projects that enable the construction and expansion of factories and production lines across the region. You act as the technical bridge between Group Engineering and local site teams, ensuring consistent standards, flawless execution, and alignment with the company’s long‑term industrial strategy. Your work directly shapes the regional Capex roadmap and drives innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence across all European sites.

Your function:

• Lead regional engineering projects for new factory builds and production line installations, managing scope, timelines, and budgets from concept to completion.
  
  
• Coordinate cross‑site engineering activities, ensuring efficient resource allocation and technical alignment across all European locations.
  
  
• Guide and support local engineering teams, fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, and consistent execution of group standards.
  
  
• Define and enforce technical standards, specifications, and compliance requirements, ensuring all installations meet group‑wide quality, safety, and sustainability expectations.
  
  
• Act as the primary engineering point of contact for regional stakeholders, communicating progress, risks, and mitigation plans.
  
  
• Collaborate with Site VPs and Operations Directors to shape Capex plans and translate the three‑year business plan into an actionable technical roadmap.
  
  
• Identify opportunities for process optimization, standardization, and OEE improvement across sites.
  
  
• Support the introduction of innovative technologies and sustainable engineering solutions in partnership with Group Engineers and the Innovation Team.

Your profile:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
  
  
• 5–8 years of engineering project management experience in international manufacturing or industrial environments.
  
  
• Proven track record leading multi‑site or regional engineering projects.
  
  
• Strong technical knowledge of factory design, production line installation, robotics, automation, and industrial standards.
  
  
• Skilled in CAD tools and project management software; hands‑on problem solver.
  
  
• Excellent coordination, leadership, and communication skills, with the ability to work in a fast‑growing matrix organization.
  
  
• Fluent in English; additional European languages are an asset.
  
  
• Willing to travel up to 50% across Europe.

Our offer:

• A high‑impact regional engineering role where you directly shape the construction and expansion of factories and production lines across a fast‑growing global organization.
  
  
• The opportunity to work at the intersection of Group Engineering, Innovation, and local site leadership, influencing long‑term industrial strategy and Capex planning.
  
  
• A dynamic, international environment with strong exposure to senior leadership and cross‑functional teams across Operations, Supply Chain, and Industrial Strategy.
  
  
• The chance to drive technical excellence, standardization, and innovation across multiple sites, while contributing to sustainability and operational performance improvements.
  
  
• A culture that values ownership, collaboration, continuous improvement, and hands‑on problem solving.
  
  
• Competitive compensation, development opportunities, and the ability to grow your career within a global industrial group.
  
  
• Flexibility in work location combined with regular travel and high visibility across the organization.

Interested?

Are you ready for a new challenge? Surf to www.cartamundi.com/nl/careers and apply online. We look forward to receiving your resume and application letter.

Contact 

Cartamundi Job Team t.a.v Nathalie Oeyen

jobs@cartamundi.com

Visbeekstraat 22 - 2300 Turnhout - Tel.: +32 14 63 66 69