Are you an experienced mechanical designer who develops complex technical products and inspires colleagues to grow and excel? Would you like to play a key role in developing the next generation of laboratory analyzers?
At Skalar, we are looking for a:
Team Lead Mechanical Engineering
who will be responsible for both the technical development of new products and the continued growth and professionalization of the Mechanical Engineering team.
You will contribute to the innovation of analyzer platforms for the international mid- and high-end market and act as the technical focal point within the mechanical engineering discipline.
What will you do?
Technical Responsibilities
- Take ownership of the mechanical architecture of new analyzers and subsystems.
- Design and develop innovative mechanical solutions.
- Create and review 3D CAD designs, drawings, and technical documentation.
- Apply Design for Manufacturing (DfM), Design for Assembly (DfA), and other DFx principles.
- Conduct and facilitate FMEAs and other quality analyses.
- Support prototyping, testing, verification, and validation activities.
Leadership Responsibilities
- Provide both functional and hierarchical leadership to the Mechanical Engineering team.
- Coach, mentor, and develop mechanical engineers.
- Safeguard quality, project timelines, and technical standards.
- Foster knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
- Actively contribute to the R&D strategy and technology roadmap.
- Collaborate closely with Project Management, Systems Engineering, Electronics, Software, Production, and Supply Chain teams.
What do you bring?
- Bachelor's degree (HBO) in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in product development and mechanical design.
- Experience leading engineers or technical project teams.
- Experience developing complex technical products and machinery.
- Knowledge of:
- Plastic injection molding
- Precision mechanics
- Sheet metal design
- Machining techniques
- Assembly processes
- Experience with 3D CAD and PLM systems.
- Knowledge of simulation and engineering calculations related to thermal performance, structural strength, and tolerances.
- Affinity with mechatronics and systems development.
- Experience with DFx methodologies and FMEA.
- Excellent command of Dutch and English.
Who are you?
You are a technical leader who can bring colleagues together around a shared vision. You combine creativity with analytical thinking and are pragmatic enough to transform ideas into production-ready products.
You are:
- Technically strong and decisive.
- A coaching and supportive leader.
- Results-oriented.
- Analytical and innovative.
- A true team player.
- An effective communicator in a multidisciplinary environment.
What do we offer?
- A key role in driving Skalar's innovation.
- The opportunity to lead a team of experienced engineers.
- Significant influence on future product platforms.
- An international technology environment with customers worldwide.
- Plenty of room for initiative and personal development.
- Competitive employment conditions.
About Skalar
Skalar Analytical is part of the Velaris organization, an innovative laboratory automation platform bringing together renowned brands including Skalar Analytical, PromoChrom, LCTech, EST Analytical, TSHR, Gerstel, Trace, Markes, and LNI.
Together, we provide advanced analytical solutions, automated sample preparation systems, consumables, and robotic technologies to laboratories around the world.
Location
This position is based at our headquarters in Breda, the Netherlands. Therefore, it is important that you live in Breda or the surrounding area.
Interested?
Are you ready to take the next step in your career and join an international leader in laboratory automation?
Apply via the online application form on our website.
Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated. We are exclusively seeking direct applicants for this position.