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Textile Engineer

Drive innovation in fabric design by utilizing advanced CAD software and textile testing equipment to develop high-performance textile solutions.

30 000 – 75 000 EUR (€)

Average salary / year

Master's degree

Education level

Automation level

Medium

Difficulty

Stable

Employability

1-2 years

Market tension

Medium

Intl. mobility

Possible

Automation level

Medium

Difficulty

Stable

Employability

1-2 years

Market tension

Medium

Intl. mobility

Possible

Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior

0–2 years of experience

30 000 – 40 000 EUR/ year

Mid-level

3–5 years of experience

40 000 – 55 000 EUR/ year

Senior

5+ years of experience

55 000 – 75 000 EUR/ year

Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.

Entering the profession — Belgium

Entry is generally through university degrees with internships or apprenticeships in textile industries.

Engineers from related fields can transition with additional training.

Training — Belgium

Typically requires a master's degree in textile engineering or related disciplines.

Specialized courses in textile materials, production processes, and quality control are essential.

The job market — Belgium

The textile engineering job market in Belgium is moderately competitive with demand in manufacturing and R&D sectors.

Opportunities exist in technical textiles and quality assurance.

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