
Verhaert Masters in Innovation provides digital strategies and technology solutions to promote business growth for organizations.

Verhaert Masters in Innovation provides digital strategies and technology solutions to promote business growth for organizations.
Founded: 1969
Headquarters: Belgium
Employees: 103
Core offering: End-to-end innovation services (scouting, invention, development, scaling, funding)
Investment activity: Quarterly seed investments via imec.istart; manages €45M+ in seed capital
Corporate and start-up innovation, product and systems engineering, technology commercialization and scaling.
1969
Innovation consultancy / product and technology development
Received a research grant from the Flemish Agency for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (VLAIO) for AI-driven robot development
€8.5M
Led consortium awarded a €8.5M CASSINI Business Accelerator contract to support European space start-ups
Subscribed to a capital increase in the imec.istart investment fund and participates as an investing partner
“Operates seed investment activities via imec.istart and reports managing over €45M in seed capital; invests quarterly in 10–15 startups”
Why you?
If you’re passionate about precision engineering and want to work on cutting-edge mechanical instruments, this is the perfect role for you! As part of our multidisciplinary team, you’ll take ownership of the mechanical design process—from concept to finished product. You’ll have the opportunity to work on innovative projects, collaborate with skilled colleagues, and see your designs come to life.
You’ll work on a variety of tasks, including developing design concepts, creating detailed CAD models, and providing technical support during assembly and testing. Your input will directly impact the quality and performance of our advanced products.
What you'll get:
Hands-On Innovation: Bring your designs to life and work on real-world, high-tech projects.
Collaborative Environment: Join a team that values knowledge sharing and teamwork.
Growth & Development: Enhance your skills in mechanical design, structural analysis, and beyond.
Impactful Work: Play a key role in delivering precision instruments that make a difference.
Your responsibilities:
Designing mechanical instruments, from complete products to sub-units and components
Developing design concepts that meet functional, thermal, and structural requirements
Creating detailed CAD models, manufacturing, and assembly drawings
Participating in design reviews and preparing technical documentation
Designing tools and test setups to support product validation
Providing technical support during the assembly and testing phases
Proposing and implementing design improvements based on test results
What makes you a great fit:
You hold a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanics or Mechanical Design, with 5+ years of experience using CAD programs (preferably SolidWorks).
Experience in structural and thermal analysis is a plus.
You’re excited to work in a high-tech environment where precision is essential.
You thrive in a team-based setting and communicate effectively in Dutch and English.
If you're ready to take on challenging projects and make an impact with your designs, we’d love to hear from you!
John • Mechanical Design Engineer
"I like designing because of the freedom in your work and the challenge of balancing quality and speed. Because I’ve worked at different companies, I also learned to design through different techniques."
Onboarding
Personal growth
Company events
Soft & hard skills
Knowledge sharing
Do you thrive in a dynamic, solution-focused environment? Then you'll feel right at home with us! At Verhaert On-site Consulting, you’ll join a team of design, engineering and management consultants who work on-site with the customer, delivering fresh perspectives and top-quality services that drive groundbreaking results. Surrounded by dedicated business, talent and technical coaches we nurture personal and project development.
Our mission? To help our clients innovate and excel in their industries through dedicated R&D expertise and support. In co-creation, we accelerate and industrialize projects or transform organizations and make them resilient.
As part of the Verhaert Masters in Innovation group, you’ll have the chance to grow, innovate and make your mark in a company that values your expertise and enthusiasm.
Peter Roels | Contact Person