Lead Mechanical Engineer

LM Wind Power / GE; Netherlands; Remote; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 hours/week

27 vacation days

8% holiday allowance

Travel allowance

Job summary

Stoneridge in the Netherlands seeks a Senior/Lead Mechanical Engineer to oversee the full product development lifecycle from concept to launch, applying proven design standards and your technical expertise. You will drive project execution and mentor the team to strengthen mechanical engineering capabilities.

You will lead mechanical design for automotive imaging systems, collaborate with electrical, software, and optical teams, and ensure reliability and manufacturability through rigorous

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; strong knowledge of materials, thermal management, sealing, and mounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the mechanical design and industrialization of automotive camera and display systems, ensuring timely project delivery.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with electrical, software, and optical engineering teams for seamless integration of imaging hardware.
• Oversee creation and validation of 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, and alignment precision to drive innovative solutions.
• Manage supplier and customer interactions, including component development, tooling, validation, and compliance with automotive quality standards (IATF 16949, ISO 26262).
• Provide leadership and mentorship to junior and offshore engineers, facilitate technical reviews, and align stakeholders for successful project outcomes.

Skills

CAD tools

Mechanical design

Automotive expertise

ADAS systems knowledge

Thermal management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

Creo

CATIA

Inventor

Job description

Since 1965, Stoneridge has designed and manufactured advanced, award-winning technologies including driveline and transmission actuation systems, vision systems, emissions control systems, safety systems, and security and monitoring systems for vehicle OEMs in the commercial vehicle, automotive, off-highway and agricultural vehicle markets. We're focused on the areas of greatest market need - both today and tomorrow. Our core products and technologies are aligned with industry megatrends including safety and security, vehicle intelligence, fuel efficiency and emissions. Join the Stoneridge Team as we continue to build upon our strong history and reputation for quality products to deliver innovative products and systems that address a need, exceed our customers’ expectations, and motivate our team.

Objective of the position

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. In addition to driving project execution, you will provide leadership and mentorship to the project team, fostering technical growth and strengthening the mechanical engineering community within the organization.

Characterization of activities

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.

Education, Experience and Knowledge

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).

What we offer

• Salary based on knowledge and experience.
• Full-time employment of 40 hours per week.
• 8% holiday allowance.
• Travel allowance home-work: 23ct per kilometer one way up to a maximum of 50 km CAO: Metalektro HP Retirement: PME (Pensioenfonds Metalektro).
• WIA: WIA floor, WGA gap and WGA gap additional insurances in accordance with the stipulated provisions.
• PAWW: Compulsory supplementary insurance when the statutory unemployment WW or WGA benefit expires.
• Holiday days: 27 days on an annual basis (full-time).
• ATV: 13 days on an annual basis (full-time).

Join the company that’s driving the global transportation industry! Stoneridge is seeking highly-motivated individuals to be a part of our talented team that creates and delivers technology solutions to customers in the transportation industry worldwide. We offer a challenging but rewarding environment with global opportunities. We believe our diverse workforce contributes to our ability to better serve our customers by offering greater creativity, collaboration and productivity.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.