Mechatronics Engineer

ALTEN Nederland; Alphen aan den Rijn; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lease car with fuel card

Monthly net expense allowance

27 vacation days plus option to purchase more

Pension scheme without personal contribution

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the Netherlands is seeking a Mechatronics Engineer. This role involves working with advanced machinery and robotics, focusing on the design and optimization of mechatronic systems. Candidates should have 1-3 years of experience, strong CAD skills, and a background in robotics or mechanical engineering. The position offers a permanent contract, hybrid working opportunities, and ample vacation days. Join us in driving innovation in technology and engineering!

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in mechatronics, robotics, or mechanical engineering.
• Strong affinity with mechanical design, motion control, and/or robotic integration.
• Experience with CAD tools and/or programming tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechatronic assemblies and mechanical components using CAD tools.
• Integrate and configure robotic systems.
• Support machine assembly, testing, and commissioning.

Skills

Mechanical design

Robotic integration

Motion control

Fluent English

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Creo

C++

Python

ROS

Sysmac Studio

TIA Portal

TwinCAT

Job description

If you enjoy working hands‑on with advanced machinery, robotics, and integrated mechatronic systems, this role gives you the chance to dive deep into real engineering challenges. You’ll contribute directly to the design, build, and optimization of high‑tech industrial equipment.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Mechatronics Engineer with strong robotics and/or mechanical engineering skills. You’ll work on multidisciplinary systems that combine mechanics, electronics, motion control, and automation. Your work will help develop smarter, more efficient, and more reliable industrial solutions.

Your Responsibilities

• Designing and developing mechatronic assemblies and mechanical components using CAD tools such as SolidWorks, Inventor, or Creo.
• Integrating and configuring robotic systems (ABB RobotStudio, Fanuc ROBOGUIDE, or similar environments).
• Supporting machine assembly, testing, debugging, and commissioning.
• Troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and control‑system interactions.
• Collaborating closely with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers to improve system performance.

Your Profile

• Starting from 1–3 years of experience in mechatronics, robotics, or mechanical engineering.
• Strong affinity with mechanical design, motion control, and/or robotic integration.
• Experience with CAD tools (SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo) and/or programming tools (C++, Python, ROS).
• Familiarity with automation tools (Sysmac Studio, TIA Portal, TwinCAT) is a strong advantage.
• Comfortable working in multidisciplinary environments involving mechanics, electronics, and control systems.
• Fluent in English; Dutch is a plus.

Pay range and compensation package

• You get a permanent contract
• You can get a lease car with a fuel card
• Possibility of hybrid working
• Monthly net expense allowance
• 27 vacation days with the possibility to purchase 10 extra vacation days
• Pension scheme without personal contribution

About ALTEN

ALTEN is a global leader in engineering and technology consulting, supporting top-tier clients in their innovation and R&D strategies. With over 57,000 employees in more than 30 countries, we operate across diverse sectors such as aerospace, automotive, telecom, finance, energy, and life sciences.

ALTEN Netherlands is a key entity within the ALTEN Group, with offices in Eindhoven, Capelle aan den IJssel, Apeldoorn, Groeningen and Amstelveen. Our 550+ consultants deliver high‑value solutions in Technology and IT. For over 20 years in the Netherlands, we have contributed to impactful projects in high‑tech, defence, transport, telecom, and finance, supporting companies in their technological transformation.

Ready to engineer the future with us?

Apply now and become part of ALTEN Netherlands!