Mechanical Lead Engineer

Are you an experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer who enjoys taking technical ownership of complex machine development projects? Do you have a passion for precision engineering, multidisciplinary collaboration, and coaching engineering teams? As a Lead Mechanical Engineer, you’ll lead the mechanical development of advanced high-tech equipment used in industries such as semiconductors, robotics, medical technology, and precision machine building. Working closely with System Architects, Electronics Engineers, Software Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, and Project Managers, you’ll play a key role in bringing innovative machines from concept to production.

About
the role

What are we looking for

As the technical lead, you are responsible for the complete mechanical engineering scope of complex machine development projects. You define the technical strategy, guide your team, and ensure every design meets the highest standards for quality, manufacturability, and reliability.

  • Lead complex machine development projects.
  • Define mechanical architecture and design strategy.
  • Coach and support Mechanical Engineers.
  • Review CAD models and engineering calculations.
  • Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Drive DFM/DFA and cost optimisation.
  • Coordinate prototypes and validation testing.
  • Manage technical risks and engineering decisions.
  • Ensure compliance with customer and quality standards.

What are we
looking for

We are looking for a senior mechanical engineer who combines strong technical expertise with leadership skills. You enjoy coaching engineers, making technical decisions, and working on cutting-edge high-tech equipment.

  • Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics.
  • 7+ years of mechanical design experience.
  • Experience leading multidisciplinary projects.
  • Advanced 3D CAD experience.
  • Strong knowledge of precision mechanics and GD&T.
  • Experience with DFM/DFA principles.
  • Excellent analytical skills.
  • Strong communication and leadership skills.
  • Lead innovative high-tech developments.
  • Technical ownership of complex projects.
  • Highly skilled multidisciplinary teams.
  • Continuous professional development.
  • Salary up to €8,000 gross per month.
  • 8% holiday allowance.
  • 27 holidays + 13 ADV days.
  • Solid pension scheme.
  • Full relocation support.

Work never stands still, and neither do the people behind it. Careers move. Companies grow. Technology keeps evolving and demands constant progress. But progress doesn’t happen by itself. It happens when the right people are in the right place. With people who are willing to move, and organisations ready to grow.

Motus connects technical professionals and organisations. We do so in an honest, involved, and results-driven way. Standing beside you as a partner. From first conversations and listening carefully, to getting things done and real results.

For people who are ready to take the next step, and for companies building their future with the right talent.

This is how we keep people and businesses going. That’s what we do.

Motus. Moving you forward.

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