Tech Lead System Development

Verhaert On-Site Consulting; Zele; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Verhaert On-Site Consulting is seeking an R&D Tech Lead Systems Development to coordinate automated storage solutions across multiple engineering domains. You will own system-level concepts, drive architecture decisions, and serve as the main technical referent for the system platform.

You will lead cross-functional teams, guide secure development practices, and help build the roadmap in collaboration with Product Managers while ensuring timely feature delivery and alignment with budget

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in automation, mechatronics, or computer engineering.
• 3–5 years of hands-on engineering experience in automation or complex system environments.
• English fluency in writing and speaking.
• Strong collaboration in multidisciplinary teams with a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Based in Belgium with a valid work permit.

Responsibilities

• Set technical direction for system development and architecture across domains.
• Plan and coordinate cross-functional execution to meet product development timelines.
• Oversee formal system validation and ensure documentation and reviews are completed.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives for safety, reliability, and efficiency.
• Partner with Product Managers to build and execute an R&D roadmap for the product line.
• Act as the primary technical contact for neighboring departments and stakeholders.

Skills

Software engineering background

Machine safety

System configuration

Coding familiarity

Team leadership potential

Education

Master’s degree in Automation / Mechatronics / Computer Engineering

Job description

About the Role

The R&D Tech Lead System Development is responsible for the coordinated development of automated storage solutions. Within this highly multidisciplinary environment, you ensure a coordinated implementation of structural improvements and new features. You take ownership of system-level technical concepts and drive their successful development across various engineering domains. You serve as the main R&D technical referent for the system platform.

Key Responsibilities

• System Development & Architecture: Set technical direction and drive innovation in network architecture, protocols, and cybersecurity practices. Translate complex product and business goals into robust technical solutions.


• Planning & Execution: Align with peers to establish clear requirements, build structured development plans, and coordinate cross-functional execution to ensure timely feature delivery per the product development process.


• Validation & Quality: Oversee formal system validation to confirm all technical requirements are met. Lead internal quality reviews, cross-functional project teams, and coordinate product documentation.


• Continuous Improvement: Take ownership of overall system performance, leading initiatives that prioritize safety, operational efficiency, reliability, and user-friendliness.


• Product Strategy & Roadmap: Partner with Product Managers and technical peers to build and execute the R&D roadmap for your product line, balancing stakeholder priorities while managing project timelines and budgets.


• Stakeholder Alignment: Act as the primary technical point of contact for neighboring departments, actively collecting operational feedback and maintaining clear communication regarding new developments.


• Leadership & Mentorship: Guide cross-functional project teams, mentor team members in secure development practices, and champion emerging technologies to steer long-term strategy.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in Automation, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or a related field.


• Experience: 3–5 years of hands‑on engineering experience within automation or complex system environments.


• Technical Skills: Background or familiarity with software engineering, machine safety, system configuration, or coding is highly desirable.


• Mindset & Collaboration: Highly curious about technology, autonomous yet a strong team player, with a positive, solutions‑oriented attitude in multidisciplinary settings.


• Language: Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required.


• Location: You are based in Belgium and have a valid work permit to work here.