Lead Mechanical Engineer

LM Wind Power / GE; Barneveld; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8% holiday allowance

Travel allowance

Company retirement plan

27 holiday days annually

13 ATV days annually

Job summary

LM Wind Power / GE in Barneveld is seeking a Senior/Lead Mechanical Engineer to oversee product development from concept to launch. You will lead the mechanical design and coordinate with various engineering teams for seamless integration.

The position requires a degree in Mechanical Engineering and over 5 years of automotive design experience, including expertise in CAD tools. Benefits include salary based on experience, 27 holiday days, and a company retirement plan.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in automotive mechanical design.
• Proficiency in CAD tools and knowledge of materials.
• Understanding of automotive standards and validation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the mechanical design and industrialization of automotive camera systems.
• Drive collaboration with electrical and software engineering teams.
• Manage supplier interactions and ensure compliance with quality standards.

Skills

Mechanical design

Project leadership

3D CAD modeling

Thermal management

DFMEA

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

Creo

CATIA

Inventor

Job description

Senior/Lead Mechanical Engineer

As Senior/Lead Mechanical Engineer, you will oversee all phases of product development—from initial concept through to successful launch—applying a balanced approach that combines proven design standards, best practices, and your own technical expertise and critical thinking. You will provide leadership and mentorship to the project team, fostering technical growth and strengthening the mechanical engineering community within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the mechanical design and industrialization of automotive camera and display systems (e.g., rear‑view, side‑view, surround view, instrument cluster displays), ensuring timely project delivery.
• Drive cross‑functional collaboration with electrical, software, and optical engineering teams to guarantee seamless integration of imaging hardware.
• Oversee creation and validation of detailed 3D CAD models and 2D drawings; manage tolerance analyses, DFMEA, and design reviews to meet reliability and manufacturability targets.
• Resolve complex mechanical challenges related to thermal management, vibration, sealing (IP rating), and alignment precision, guiding the team toward innovative solutions.
• Manage supplier and customer interactions, including component development, tooling, validation, and compliance with automotive quality standards (e.g., IATF 16949, ISO 26262).
• Provide leadership and mentorship to junior and offshore engineers, facilitate technical reviews, and ensure alignment across stakeholders for successful project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor’s or Master’s) or equivalent proven expertise.
• 5+ years of experience in automotive mechanical design, including leading projects from concept to integration.
• Proficiency in CAD tools such as Siemens NX, Creo, CATIA, or Inventor, with strong knowledge of materials, thermal management, sealing, and mounting systems.
• Familiarity with automotive standards and validation procedures for electronic modules, including environmental and durability testing.
• Experience with mechatronic product development, preferably in ADAS systems, digital mirrors, camera/monitor hardware, and mass production processes.
• Understanding advanced analysis and integration requirements, such as thermal simulation (CFD), mechanical FEA, optical alignment, and automotive communication protocols (LVDS, Ethernet, CAN).

Benefits

• Salary based on knowledge and experience.
• Full‑time employment of 40 hours per week.
• 8% holiday allowance.
• Travel allowance home‑work: 23 ct per kilometer one way up to a maximum of 50 km.
• Company retirement: PME (Pensioenfonds Metalektro).
• Additional insurance benefits in accordance with the stipulated provisions.
• Holiday days: 27 days on an annual basis (full‑time).
• ATV: 13 days on an annual basis (full‑time).

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Stoneridge is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by the applicable laws in the countries we operate. Stoneridge also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.