Laboratory Test Engineer Measurement Technologies

Qabird; Delft; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13th month salary (paid monthly)

Holiday allowance

Profit sharing

30 days of annual leave

Hybrid working options

Pension scheme

Travel reimbursement

Home office allowance

Collective health insurance

Access to sports benefits

Job summary

NMi in Delft, Netherlands, is seeking a Laboratory Test Engineer Measurement Technologies to join our hands-on team. You will prepare test plans, configure equipment, run measurements, and document results to verify instruments meet legal and technical standards.

The role blends practical lab work with technical analysis and offers exposure to a broad set of measurement technologies across multiple industries, with an international team and strong training opportunities.

Qualifications

• MBO or HBO degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Knowledge of mechanical constructions and electronic circuits.
• Experience setting up and executing technical tests on electronics.
• Analytical mindset and structured way of working.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with colleagues.
• Valid VCA certificate or willingness to obtain one.
• Strong communication skills in Dutch and English.
• Practical mindset and curiosity about how technologies work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory activities and test set-ups for certification projects.
• Configure and operate laboratory equipment, measuring instruments, and test environments.
• Record, analyse, and document test results accurately.
• Verify testing activities against established procedures and quality requirements.
• Support Certification Engineers with technical test data, observations, and findings.
• Contribute to efficient execution of certification and testing projects while maintaining high quality standards.
• Help maintain a safe, organized, and effective laboratory environment.
• Continuously develop knowledge of measurement technologies, testing methods, and relevant standards.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Structured working

Independent yet collaborative

Dutch & English communication

VCA certificate (or willingness)

Education

MBO or HBO degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field

Job description

Job description

Help ensure that measurement technologies are accurate, reliable, and ready for the market

Every day consumers and businesses rely on measuring instruments they often never think about. From energy meters and fuel dispensers to weighing systems and industrial measurement equipment, these technologies play a vital role in fair trade, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Before these instruments can be placed on the market, they must be thoroughly tested and assessed against national and international requirements. This is where NMi plays an important role.

For our laboratory in Delft, we are looking for a Laboratory Test Engineer Measurement Technologies who enjoys working hands‑on with technology and investigation how products perform under real‑world conditions. In this role, you help determine whether measuring instruments comply with legal and technical requirements by conducting a wide range of tests in our laboratories.

Working closely with Certification Engineers, you prepare and execute test plans, perform measurements, and document your findings. The role combines practical laboratory work with technical analysis and offers exposure to a wide variety of measurement technologies.

As a Laboratory Test Engineer, you play a key role in the certification process. By carrying out tests accurately and consistently, you provide the technical evidence needed to assess whether measuring instruments comply with applicable standards and regulations. Your work contributes directly to the reliability and trustworthiness of measurement systems used worldwide.

What you’ll do:

• Prepare laboratory activities and test set‑ups for certification projects under the guidance of Certification Engineers
• Configure and operate laboratory equipment, measuring instruments, and test environments
• Record, analyse, and document test results in a structured and accurate manner
• Verify that testing activities are carried out in accordance with established procedures and quality requirements
• Support Certification Engineers by providing technical test data, observations, and findings
• Contribute to the efficient execution of certification and testing projects while maintaining high quality standards
• Help maintain a safe, organized, and effective laboratory environment
• Continuously develop your knowledge of measurement technologies, testing methods, and relevant standards

What you’ll get:

• The opportunity to work with innovative technologies and measurement systems used worldwide
• Extensive on‑the‑job training and support from experienced specialists
• Hands‑on experience with advanced testing equipment and laboratory facilities
• Exposure to a broad range of industries, products, and technical challenges
• An international workplace with colleagues from more than 20 nationalities
• A competitive salary based on your experience
• A 13th month salary (paid monthly), holiday allowance, and profit sharing
• 30 days of annual leave, with the option to buy or sell additional days
• Hybrid working options
• A solid pension scheme
• Travel reimbursement, home office allowance, and collective health insurance
• Access to sports benefits

What you bring:

• An MBO or HBO degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
• Knowledge of mechanical constructions and electronic circuits
• Experience setting up and executing technical of electronic tests
• An analytical mindset and a structured way of working
• The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues
• A valid VCA certificate or willingness to obtain one
• Strong communication skills in both Dutch and English
• A practical mindset, healthy curiosity, and a passion for understanding how technologies work

About NMi

NMi Group is a leading European company in Advisory, Testing, Inspection, Certification, and Calibration. We work with organisations worldwide to ensure that technologies meet legal and technical standards throughout their lifecycle.

With over 500 colleagues across Europe and the United States, we support a global customer base. We combine deep technical expertise with a practical, straightforward approach, where accuracy, independence, impartiality, and trust are at the core of everything that we do.

Interested?

Would you like to work in a laboratory environment where technology, testing, and innovation come together? We would love to hear from you. Apply directly via our website.

To learn more about the role, the team, or the projects you’ll be working on, feel free to contact us at [e-mail]. For more information about NMi, visit www.nmi.nl.

Location: Delft, Netherlands