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 APAC

As Regional Group Engineer for APAC, you will drive engineering projects that support the construction and expansion of factories and production lines across a fast‑growing and diverse region. You ensure technical consistency, guide local engineering teams, and translate the company’s long‑term industrial strategy into a clear technical roadmap and Capex plan. Your leadership strengthens operational performance, accelerates standardization, and brings innovation and sustainability to all APAC sites.

Your function:

• Lead engineering projects for new factory construction and production line installations across APAC, ensuring on‑time, on‑budget, and high‑quality delivery.
  
  
• Coordinate engineering activities across multiple countries, ensuring alignment with group standards and efficient use of regional resources.
  
  
• Support, coach, and develop local engineering teams, promoting collaboration and consistent execution across culturally diverse environments.
  
  
• Define and enforce technical standards, specifications, and compliance requirements tailored to APAC regulatory and operational contexts.
  
  
• Serve as the key engineering contact for internal and external stakeholders, providing clear communication on project status, risks, and mitigation actions.
  
  
• Work closely with Site VPs and Operations Directors to build regional Capex plans and feed innovation needs into the Innovation Team.
  
  
• Identify opportunities for process optimization, standardization, and OEE improvement across APAC sites.
  
  
• Support the deployment of innovative technologies and sustainable engineering solutions in collaboration 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 or multi‑country industrial environments, ideally within APAC.
  
  
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex, multi‑site engineering projects across diverse regulatory and cultural landscapes.
  
  
• Strong technical expertise in factory design, production line installation, robotics, automation, and industrial standards.
  
  
• Proficient with CAD tools and project management software; hands‑on and solution‑
  
  
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder‑management skills, with the ability to navigate a dynamic, fast‑growing matrix organization.
  
  
• Fluent in English; additional APAC languages are a plus.
  
  
• Willing to travel up to 50% across the APAC region.

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