Lead Mechanical Engineer
— Eindhoven, Netherlands🇳🇱 Your real take-home in Netherlands
Lower band · est.Gross / yr
$66k
Before tax
Tax & SS
−$18k
~28% effective
Net / yr
$48k
≈ $4k/mo
Purchasing power vs NYC
$65k/yr NYC-equiv
27% cheaper than NYC · est. rent + living: €2,000–3,000
~28% with 30% ruling (qualifying expats); ~40% standard. Estimates only — not tax advice.
Full calculator →Lead Mechanical Engineer | Eindhoven
For one of our clients in Eindhoven, we are looking for an experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer to take a key technical role in the development of complex high-tech mechanical systems.
About the role
As a Lead Mechanical Engineer, you will combine hands-on mechanical engineering with technical leadership, guiding and supporting a team of approximately 3–8 Mechanical Engineers.
Your responsibilities include:
- Designing and developing complex mechanical modules and systems
- Ensuring functionality, quality, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness of mechanical designs
- Coordinating technical activities within the engineering team
- Working closely with Project Managers and multidisciplinary teams
- Supporting technical decision-making and monitoring project progress
- Contributing to design reviews and engineering change processes
- Coaching and supporting fellow Mechanical Engineers
- Contributing to the continuous improvement of engineering methodologies
What we are looking for
- HBO/WO degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a comparable technical field
- Minimum 5 years of Mechanical Engineering experience in a high-tech environment
- Experience with Siemens NX and Teamcenter
- Strong mechanical design and problem-solving skills
- Experience with structured product development, preferably the V-model
- Technical leadership and team coordination skills
What we offer
- Salary between €5,500 and €6,300 gross per month
- Full-time position of 38–40 hours per week
- Visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates
- Challenging technical projects within a high-tech environment
- Combination of hands-on engineering and technical leadership
- Opportunity to lead and support a team of Mechanical Engineers
- Multidisciplinary and innovative working environment
- Long-term career opportunities
About the company
Our client is an international high-tech organization based in the Eindhoven region, developing complex and innovative modules and systems for leading customers in advanced technology industries. Engineering and manufacturing come together in a highly technical and multidisciplinary environment.
Interested in taking the next step in your career as a Lead Mechanical Engineer?
Apply directly through LinkedIn or contact our Technical Recruiter, Rabia Bozyılan at r.bozyilan@carriere.com or +31 6 17047765 for more information.
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