Mechanical Test Engineer

ATG Europe; Noordwijk; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ATG Europe is seeking a Mechanical Test Engineer to support the European Space Agency (ESA) Test Centre in Noordwijk, The Netherlands. The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE) for ESTEC laboratories and Test Centre facilities, with responsibility for drawings, FEM analyses, and documentation to ensure compliance with ESA regulations.

As part of the Workforce Management Service proposal, you will provide engineering support during

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE) to support testing activities within ESTEC laboratories and Test Centre facilities
• Produce 3D CAD models, manufacturing drawings, and technical documentation suitable for fabrication and implementation
• Perform structural and engineering analyses, including finite element modelling (FEM), to verify design compliance and performance
• Prepare design justification documentation, including calculations, assumptions, analyses, and technical recommendations
• Ensure MGSE designs comply with applicable technical requirements, quality standards, and ESA regulations
• Provide engineering support during manufacturing, assembly, installation, and commissioning activities
• Coordinate and execute verification activities, i

Job description

We are looking for a Mechanical Test Engineer to support the Test Centre of the European Space Agency (ESA) as part of a Workforce Management Service proposal at their location in Noordwijk, The Netherlands. The purpose of this Support Service is to provide technical support to the Engineering Services Section and the Test Facilities and Laboratories Section across multiple technical domains, ensuring the efficient operation, maintenance, and development of the Test Centre's facilities, infrastructure, and test capabilities. Please note, the successful candidate will be employed by ATG Europe (or one of its subsidiaries). Furthermore, upon selection, they will be subject to a general security screening performed by an external provider (further information will be provided at the interview stage). ATG is dedicated to diversity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. Regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, handicap, or any other reason protected by relevant state or municipal legislation, we are pleased to consider all eligible candidates for employment.

• Design, develop, and maintain Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE) to support testing activities within ESTEC laboratories and Test Centre facilities
• Produce 3D CAD models, manufacturing drawings, and technical documentation suitable for fabrication and implementation
• Perform structural and engineering analyses, including finite element modelling (FEM), to verify design compliance and performance
• Prepare design justification documentation, including calculations, assumptions, analyses, and technical recommendations
• Ensure MGSE designs comply with applicable technical requirements, quality standards, and ESA regulations
• Provide engineering support during manufacturing, assembly, installation, and commissioning activities
• Coordinate and execute verification activities, i