Lead Engineer Solar Arrays

agap2 Netherlands; Leiden; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Laptop

Mobile phone

Full travel allowance

Pension plan

Weekly Dutch classes

Job summary

agap2 Netherlands is seeking a Lead Engineer to steer the technical direction of engineering projects across industries like Banking, FinTech, Telco, Retail, Sports, and Healthcare. You will shape solutions, review designs, and guide multidisciplinary teams while aligning with project timelines and budgets.

You will join a culture that values knowledge sharing and continuous learning, supported by a tailored talent management program and a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related technical discipline.
• 5–10 years of relevant engineering experience.
• 2+ years leading technical or multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Experience in a high-tech manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Experience reviewing mechanical designs and technical documentation.
• Experience with CAD software (CATIA or equivalent) is a plus.
• Experience with mechanical analysis tools (such as ANSYS) is a plus.
• Strong English communication skills.
• Proactive, hands-on and solution-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical aspects of development projects and translate customer requirements into effective engineering solutions.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Product Managers, Sales teams, and multidisciplinary engineering teams across the project lifecycle.
• Oversee engineering activities, review technical solutions, coordinate project execution and support budgeting and planning.
• Provide technical guidance throughout all project phases and contribute to technical decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Ensure technical quality, project compliance, and engineering best practices.

Skills

Technical leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Requirements translation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Applied Physics

Tools

CATIA

ANSYS

Job description

Agap2 is a European IT and Engineering Consultancy, active in 14 countries with over 9.500 employees. The company was founded in Portugal and since 2014 we are based in the Netherlands with our Amsterdam office to provide our expertise to the Dutch market. Our employees are defined by the so-called “Agapian spirit”, which is summarized in 5 keywords: family, union, friendship, team spirit, and learning

Did you identify with what defines us? Then read on to find out more.

The position

As an Lead Engineer at agap2, you take on the challenge within an international environment with a local focus. You will have the opportunity to work on various projects over the years, based on your experience and interests. Projects within industries such as Banking, Fintech, Telco, Retail, Sports, and Healthcare are. While working at Agap2, you are expected to share your knowledge while also having the opportunity to learn new technologies. We believe that sharing knowledge is the key to personal development. Our talent management program is tailor-made to allow you to develop and grow in your career, the way you envision it. Because we work with various customers, you are also expected to be able to adapt to different environments

Key Responsibilities

You will lead the technical aspects of development projects, ensuring that customer requirements are translated into effective engineering solutions. You will collaborate closely with Project Managers, Product Managers, Sales teams, and multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout the complete project lifecycle—from proposal and concept development through execution and delivery. This position focuses on technical leadership rather than hands-on design. You will oversee engineering activities, review technical solutions, coordinate project execution, and support budgeting and planning.

• Lead the technical execution of Solar Array development projects.
• Translate customer requirements into feasible and effective technical solutions.
• Support the development of new product solutions when existing technologies do not fully meet project requirements.
• Review and approve mechanical designs, technical documentation, and 3D models.
• Support project budgeting by estimating engineering effort and technical costs.
• Coordinate technical activities with Project Managers, Product Managers, Sales teams, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Provide technical guidance throughout all project phases.
• Contribute to technical decision-making, product development, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure technical quality, project compliance, and engineering best practices.

What You bring to the position

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related technical discipline.
• Approximately 5–10 years of relevant engineering experience.
• At least 2 years of experience leading technical or multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Experience in a high-tech manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Experience reviewing mechanical designs, engineering drawings, and technical documentation.
• Experience with CAD software (such as CATIA or equivalent) is considered an advantage.
• Experience with mechanical analysis tools (such as ANSYS or similar) is a plus.
• Experience preparing engineering effort estimates and technical cost calculations.
• Strong communication skills in English.
• A proactive, hands-on, and solution-oriented approach.
• Experience in the aerospace or space industry is advantageous but not essential.

What we offer

• Competitive Salary & Benefits: Including a laptop, mobile phone, full travel allowance, and pension plan.
• Work-Life Balance: 25 vacation days, flexible working hours in a
• hybrid mode.Professional Growth: Weekly Dutch classes and a tailored talent management program with a financial budget to help you achieve your professional goals
• Dynamic Culture: Diverse team activities from tech meetups to sports and social events.

Is there still room for fun?

Of course! The combination of fun and development is essential in our team. A small impression: our team consists of more than 10 nationalities, we play paddle and regularly organize tech meetups, happy hours drinks, and pub quizzes.

At agap2 we defend equality and value diversity. We create a safe, diverse environment where opportunities are equal for all employees. All candidates with skills matching the position are welcome to join us!