Architect Mechanics

Enter Group; Eindhoven; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ENTER seeks a Mechanical Architect to define the mechanical architecture of complex high-tech systems for international clients. You will translate customer needs into clear specifications and work with mechanics, electronics, software and mechatronics teams to ensure coherent system design.

You will lead engineers, set mechanical budgets, and develop subsystem concepts while driving innovation and applying Design for Excellence principles.

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Mechanical/Mechatronic Engineering.
• Proven track record in mechanical design within high-tech systems and/or equipment.
• 10 to 15 years of experience in mechatronic and precision system design.
• Broad multidisciplinary orientation integrating mechanical with electronics, software and mathematics.
• Strong analytical and abstract thinking with communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Define the mechanical architecture of complex systems and translate customer needs into technical specifications.
• Collaborate with mechanics, electronics, software, mechatronics and math teams to ensure system coherence.
• Set system specifications, mechanical budgets and develop subsystem concepts.
• Specify testing/integration requirements to support the V-model development process.

Skills

Mechanical design

High-tech systems

Mechatronics

Leadership

Education

MSc or PhD in Mechanical/Mechatronic Engineering

Job description

Always wanted to work as Mechanical Architect?
And do you want to contribute to innovative hightech projects that help our customers build up a lasting lead in the world of technology? While at the same time you will be working for a company where you and your personal development are our priority? Then you are the candidate we are looking for!

What are you going to do as Mechanical Architect?

As a Mechanical Architect, you play a key role in the development of advanced high-tech systems for international clients. The work focuses on complex technological products such as lithography machines, compact electron microscopes, smart home automation systems, and innovative electric vehicles.

In this role, you are responsible for defining the mechanical architecture of complex systems and translating customer needs into clear technical specifications and conceptual designs. You work in a multidisciplinary environment together with specialists in mechanics, electronics, software, mechatronics, and mathematics.

You collaborate closely with customers, project managers, architects, account managers, and engineering teams to ensure alignment between technical solutions and project objectives. Your responsibilities include defining system specifications, establishing mechanical budgets, and developing conceptual designs for subsystems. You also specify testing and integration requirements to support the full V-model development process and ensure high product quality.

As a Mechanical Architect, you provide technical leadership within projects by guiding engineers and designers, motivating team members to take ownership of their deliverables, and ensuring strong technical execution. You also contribute to innovation by introducing new technologies and applying theoretical engineering principles to practical development challenges.

Additionally, the role involves building and maintaining strong internal and external networks to support project success and organizational growth, while managing complex technical scopes and coordinating work within multidisciplinary teams.

Do you see yourself as…

• MSc or PhD in Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering.
• Proven track record in mechanical design within high-tech systems and/or equipment.
• 10 to 15 years of experience in mechatronic and precision system design, depending on seniority level.
• Broad multidisciplinary orientation, understanding how mechanical expertise integrates within complex systems.
• Strong analytical and abstract thinking skills, with proficiency in various analysis methods.
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Recognized as a technical leader and inspirational coach, with deep theoretical and practical knowledge in technical design, mechanisms, precision mechanics, and Design for Excellence(DfX).

Who are we?

Technology means progress. Continually finding ways to do things differently, to improve products, services, and processes. That is what makes the heart of every technology organization and tech professional beat faster. In the projects they are working on, but also for themselves. That means something different for each individual. For one person, it means being guided to their dream project; for the other, it means developing their skills. Making that possible, that is the human touch. And that is what makes our heart beat faster.

ENTER specializes in multiple competencies: Chemical, Electronics, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Physics, Production Development and Software Technology.

ENTER's professionals work with our partners and customers on a project basis. We select and match projects and employees by focusing on experience, ambitions, personality and, of course, a passion for technology. Communication and writing skills also play a role in making the ideal match.

Our business managers and recruiters work closely together, making sure we have the right colleagues available for our customers at the right time. We also offer our employees a broad career perspective.

#techwithaheartbeat

As an ENTER colleague you can of course expect a lot from us as well

• A driven team and an inspiring working environment where our motto #techwithaheartbeat is at the heart of our company!
• Driven and enthusiastic colleagues;
• Lots of room for growth and development;
• Recurring socials such as the annual BBQ, Christmas dinner, a pub quiz and our fully catered family day in the Efteling;

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