Junior Production Engineer

Rotterdam Innovation City; Delft; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place to Work

Pension plan

Commuting allowance

Holiday leave (30 days + 3)

Training & certifications

Equipment provided

International team & social events

Job summary

Robin Radar on the Netherlands production floor seeks a Production Engineer to diagnose and resolve technical challenges, ensuring assembly processes run smoothly and reliably. You will collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Project Management and Quality to maintain output speed and product reliability.

Reporting to the Team Lead Production Engineering, you will document work instructions, support new product introductions, perform time studies, and uphold safety and 5S standards across the

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in high-tech manufacturing or assembly.
• Fluent English, both spoken and written.
• Meticulous attention to detail with a methodical approach.
• Proactive, hands-on attitude with eagerness to learn.
• A true team player across diverse backgrounds.
• Basic knowledge of electronics, mechatronics, PCBs and electrical diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Process documentation and standardization: review and update instructions to keep production efficient and repeatable.
• Diagnostics and troubleshooting: assist in diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and potential software issues.
• Quality assurance and feedback: document findings and execute corrective actions.
• NPI and process setup: support new product introductions with workstation and documentation readiness.
• Efficiency and tool maintenance: conduct time studies and maintain tools/fixtures.
• Continuous improvement and safety: participate in 5S, standard work, Kaizen and ES D practices.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or relevant field

Tools

Oscilloscopes

VNAs

Job description

Keep our production lines moving – so every radar that leaves our factory performs when it counts. As our Production Engineer, you help diagnose and resolve technical challenges on the factory floor. You work side-by-side with Operations, Engineering, Project Management, and Quality – ensuring our assembly processes run smoothly and reliably. Reporting to the Team Lead Production Engineering, your hands‑on work directly impacts product reliability and output speed.

What You’ll Do

• Process documentation and standardization: Review and update work instructions under Senior Engineer guidance. Standardize assembly steps to keep production efficient and repeatable.
• Diagnostics and troubleshooting: Assist in diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and potential software issues. Keep production moving when unexpected technical roadblocks show up.
• Quality assurance and feedback: Document findings in Quality Alerts and execute corrective actions. Maintain accurate assembly records to feed insights back into engineering.
• NPI and process setup: Support new product introductions by preparing workstations and documentation. Set up assembly processes so new designs scale smoothly.
• Efficiency and tool maintenance: Conduct time studies to monitor and improve line efficiency. Maintain existing tools and fixtures to keep workstations ready.
• Continuous improvement and safety: Participate actively in 5S, standard work, and Kaizen initiatives. Follow ESD practices and safety regulations to keep everyone secure.

What You Bring

• BA (MBO-4) or BSc degree in Engineering or a relevant technical field;
• 1 – 3 years of experience in high‑tech manufacturing or assembly;
• Basic knowledge of electronics, mechatronics, PCBs, and electrical diagrams;
• Familiarity with measuring equipment like oscilloscopes and VNAs;
• Fluent English, both spoken and written;
• Meticulous attention to detail with a methodical approach to tasks;
• Proactive, hands‑on attitude with strong eagerness to learn;
• A true team player comfortable working across diverse backgrounds.

N.B. Don’t worry if you don’t tick every box. Our mission is a journey, and there’s plenty to learn along the way.

A Certificate of Conduct (VOG) and a background check are part of our screening process. We appreciate your understanding.

What We Offer

• Working for a Great Place to Work® certified company;
• Comprehensive pension plan;
• Commuting allowance;
• 30 days of paid holiday leave (with the possibility to buy 3 additional days);
• Opportunities to develop your skills even further through training and certifications;
• High quality laptop/desktop, monitor, headphones, and any other equipment necessary for your role;
• An international team of 30+ nationalities, full of high performance colleagues you can exchange experiences with and learn from. As well as having a lot of fun in our social events and Friday drinks!

Robin Radar is a technology leader in tracking and classifying small objects. Our radars and software help prevent bird strikes in aviation, reduce the impact of wind farms on wildlife, and protect critical infrastructure from drone threats. Our work shows up at airports, wind farms, military sites and nature reserves around the world.

We’re one of the top 10 fastest-growing companies in the Netherlands, with a crew of bright minds across 30+ nationalities. Growth doesn’t mean we lose the plot – eyes on the skies, feet on the ground. Our values keep us grounded: WE TRUST. WE OWN IT. WE AIM HIGH.

Want to work on next-level radar tech, solve real problems, and never have to pretend your job has meaning?

You’ll fit right in – we’re saving you a seat.