Lead Mechanical Engineer

Hudl; 's-Hertogenbosch; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering or mechatronics.
• 8+ years of hands-on mechanical or electromechanical design experience.
• Experience taking hardware from concept to volume production.
• Deep expertise in 3D CAD and GD&T; thermal and structural analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead camera hardware design from concept to production.
• Define system-level requirements and review designs (DFMEA).
• Collaborate with electrical, firmware, optics, product and manufacturing teams.
• Write test plans and qualify performance in harsh environments.

Job description

At Hudl, we build great teams. We hire the best of the best to ensure you’re working with people you can constantly learn from. You’re trusted to get your work done your way while testing the limits of what’s possible and what’s next. We work hard to provide a culture where everyone feels supported, and our employees feel it—their votes helped us become one of Newsweek's Top 100 Global Most Loved Workplaces.

We think of ourselves as the team behind the team, supporting the lifelong impact sports can have: the lessons in teamwork and dedication; the influence of inspiring coaches; and the opportunities to reach new heights. That’s why we help teams from all over the world see their game differently. Our products make it easier for coaches and athletes at any level to capture video, analyze data, share highlights and more.

Ready to join us?

Your Role

We’re hiring a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our hardware team in Den Bosch, where you'll own the mechanical design and development of our next-generation camera hardware for athlete performance tracking. You'll set the technical direction for our camera mechanical platform, creating real-time player tracking solutions that help athletes and sports teams perform at their best.

As a Lead Mechanical Engineer, you’ll:

• Lead camera hardware design. You'll drive the mechanical architecture, design and development of cutting-edge camera hardware from initial concept through production.
• Set technical standards. You'll define system-level requirements, document mechanical architecture and conduct design reviews, feasibility studies and detailed failure analyses (like DFMEA) to raise the bar across the team.
• Bridge disciplines. You'll collaborate with electrical, firmware, optics, product and manufacturing partners to align interfaces, optimize for production and ensure our hardware performs reliably in demanding sports environments.
• Build and validate. You'll write robust test plans, operate testing and prototyping infrastructure, and qualify mechanical performance across structural integrity, ingress protection, thermal management, and shock and vibration.

For this role, we're currently considering candidates who live within a commuting distance of our offices in Den Bosch. But with our flexible work policy, there aren't any current requirements for the number of days you come to the office.

Must-Haves

• Deep experience. Bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering or mechatronics with eight or more years of hands‑on mechanical or electromechanical design experience, taking hardware from concept to volume production in consumer electronics, sports tech or optics. Experience with plastics or rubber is a plus.
• Technically skilled. Deep expertise in 3D CAD like SolidWorks or NX, GD&T, tolerance analysis, structural and thermal analysis, materials selection and sealing principles.
• Manufacturing knowledge. Proven track record applying DFM, DFA, requirements management and failure analysis across injection molding, CNC machining and sheet metal processes.
• A strong problem solver. Analytical problem‑solving skills with a deep understanding of industry standards, regulatory compliance and product development methodologies.
• A cross‑functional leader. Exceptional communication and cross‑discipline collaboration skills, paired with a willingness to use AI tools to boost engineering productivity

Nice-to-Haves

• Electrical integration knowledge. Familiarity with integrating electrical components into mechanical systems.
• Camera and optical experience. Knowledge of camera or optical system design, including lens mounts, sensor integration and thermal management of imaging hardware.
• Outdoor deployment expertise. Familiarity with real‑time tracking systems and environmental challenges like weather sealing, UV resistance and field serviceability.
• Data‑driven iterative design. Experience using field‑test data to validate and iterate on mechanical designs.

Our Role

• Champion work‑life harmony. We’ll give you the flexibility you need in your work life (e.g., flexible vacation time above any required statutory leave, company‑wide holidays and timeout (meeting‑free) days, remote work options and more) so you can enjoy your personal life too.
• Guarantee autonomy. We have an open, honest culture and we trust our people from day one. Your team will support you, but you’ll own your work and have the agency to try new ideas.
• Encourage career growth. We’re lifelong learners who encourage professional development. We’ll give you tons of resources and opportunities to keep growing.
• Provide an environment to help you succeed. We’ve invested in our offices, designing incredible spaces with our employees in mind. But whether you’re at the office or working remotely, we’ll provide you the tech you need to do your best work.
• Support your wellbeing. Depending on location, we offer medical and retirement benefits for employees—but no matter where you’re located, we have resources like our Employee Assistance Program and employee resource groups to support your mental health.

Compensation

The base salary range for this role is displayed below—starting salaries will typically fall near the middle of this range.

We make compensation decisions based on an individual's experience, skills and education in line with our internal pay equity practices.

This role will also be eligible for a long‑term incentive (LTI) award. Any bonuses awarded are based on individual and company performance paid at Hudl's discretion.

Base Salary Range

Inclusion at Hudl

Hudl is an equal opportunity employer. Through our actions, behaviors and attitude, we’ll create an environment where everyone, no matter their differences, feels like they belong.

We offer resources to ensure our employees feel safe bringing their authentic selves to work, including employee resource groups and communities . But we recognize there’s ongoing work to be done, which is why we track our efforts and commitments in annual inclusion reports .