Mechanical Design Engineer - Precision Metrology Tool

Aim Solutions; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AIM Solutions in Eindhoven is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Design Engineer to design the hardware for a precision metrology tool, from the machine housing to the supporting frames, ensuring manufacturability and robustness.

You will collaborate closely with mechatronics, optics, and system engineers, moving CAD concepts to production drawings, selecting materials, and coordinating with CNC shops and suppliers to drive parts to delivery.

Qualifications

• Hands-on mechanical design of high-tech equipment
• 3+ years in CAD-to-hardware development
• Strong tolerancing and GD&T understanding
• Experience with machining and fabrication processes
• Fluent English communication

Responsibilities

• Design the hardware for our metrology tool, including housing, frames, and support structures
• Translate concepts into production-ready drawings and select materials/finishes
• Collaborate with CNC shops and suppliers on tolerances, quotes, and changes
• Apply FEM, thermal and dynamic analysis selectively to optimize designs
• Assemble and test your designs in the lab and iterate based on results

Skills

Mechanical design

Creo CAD

GD&T

Machining knowledge

English

Supplier liaison

Lab testing

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

NX

Job description

AIM Solutions in Eindhoven is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Design Engineer to design the hardware for a precision metrology tool, from the machine housing to the supporting frames, ensuring manufacturability and robustness.

You will collaborate closely with mechatronics, optics, and system engineers, moving CAD concepts to production drawings, selecting materials, and coordinating with CNC shops and suppliers to drive parts to delivery.