Project Engineer

HID; Noord-Brabant; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Global exposure

Job summary

HID Global, a HID Global company, seeks a Project Engineer to plan and execute delivery of validated IAI systems at customer sites worldwide, with hands-on installation, testing, and commissioning. You will coordinate activities, ensure quality, and drive customer acceptance while working across mechanical, electrical, and software domains.

The role requires traveling internationally, coordinating small teams, and delivering FAT/SAT with customers.

Qualifications

• Technical background in mechanical, electrical, or mechatronics.
• Experience with system assembly, testing, and commissioning.
• Ability to read technical drawings, schematics, and documentation.
• Willingness to travel internationally and work on-site at customers.
• Strong communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and install systems and modules based on drawings, layouts, and documentation.
• Analyze and resolve mechanical, electrical, and software issues during build and testing.
• Configure and optimize system processes (engraving, inkjet, vision, laminating, encoding, optics).
• Collect and analyze test data and validate system performance.
• Execute and support FAT & SAT with customers.
• Install, align, and commission systems at customer sites internationally.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Mechatronics

Technical drawings

Problem solving

International travel

English communication

Job description

An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Project Engineer!!

Location: Veldhoven, Netherlands

Job ID: 51977

The Project Engineer is responsible for organizing and executing activities required to deliver validated IAI systems both internally and at customer sites in line with project planning and quality requirements. The role independently determines installation and commissioning steps to meet customer specifications and company standards. The Project Engineer ensures system performance, quality, and successful customer acceptance. The position involves both hands-on technical work and coordination of installation activities. International travel and on-site work are integral parts of the role.

Who are we?

IAI industrial systems has been a supplier to the security printing market since 1995. Some of the largest countries in the world have chosen IAI as their preferred partner to help them create passports, identity cards and banknotes with the most advanced security features. Many leading governments, technology partners and enterprises around the world entrust their challenging projects with us, as they value the reliability, accountability and responsibility we deliver. From new levels of protection and productivity for passports and identity cards to novel manufacturing processes and technologies that pave the way to new breakthroughs. We have built our reputation on developing and manufacturing unique systems, which include laser applications, inkjet printing and product handling. Characteristics of our markets are international, business-to-business, investment goods and long-term relations. IAI industrial systems is part of HID Global, a subsidiary of ASSAABLOY.

Secure Issuance (SI):

Secure Issuance, part of HID Global, offers the world’s broadest and most sophisticated portfolio of card printers, laser engravers, encoders and software. For more than 25 years, organizations across a variety of industries - from enterprise corporations and government agencies to financial institutions and universities - have relied on HID Global Secure Issuance for the custom personalization and issuance of secure identity credentials and financial cards. With a history of pioneering patented technologies and expertise, business integrity and long-standing customer confidence, HID Global is a global leader in secure card issuance innovation.

As our Project Engineer, you’ll support HID’s success by:

• Assembling and installing systems and modules based on drawings, layouts, and documentation
• Analyzing and resolving mechanical, electrical, and software-related issues during build and testing
• Configuring and optimizing system processes (e.g. engraving, inkjet, vision, laminating, encoding, optics)
• Collecting and analyzing test data and validate system performance
• Executing and supporting factory and site acceptance tests (FAT & SAT)
• Installing, aligning, and commissioning systems at customer sites internationally
• Ensuring systems meet quality standards, stability requirements, and customer expectations
• Providing technical training and instructions to customers
• Maintaining documentation, test results, and configuration records

Your Experience and Background include:

• Technical background in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or mechatronics
• Experience with system assembly, testing, and commissioning
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and documentation
• Strong problem-solving skills across mechanical, electrical, and software domains
• Willingness to travel internationally and work on-site at customers
• Strong communication skills in English (written and spoken)
• Ability to work independently and organize work effectively
• Experience in machine building or high-tech system integration
• Knowledge of production processes such as inkjet, laser, vision, or motion systems
• Experience with FAT/SAT execution and customer interaction
• Experience in leading or coordinating small teams
• Familiarity with risk analysis (FMEA) and engineering documentation processes

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and rewards package
• Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance
• A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture
• Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential
• To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds

Why apply?

• Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don’t need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply
• Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas, including flexible work arrangements, job sharing or part-time job seekers
• Integrity: You are results-oriented, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted

HID is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects the global communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive and be their authentic selves, fostering an environment of mutual respect and inclusivity.

HID may use AI-assisted technology to support our Talent Acquisition team in reviewing applications by identifying job-related qualifications, skills, and experience. AI is used as a support tool only and does not make hiring decisions. All applications are reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team before any selection decision is made. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process or have questions about HID's use of AI in the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] .

Immigration Sponsorship Not Available

• Applicants for this position must be currently and legally authorized to reside and work in the hiring country.
• HID Global will not offer immigration sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.
• International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the hiring country will not be considered.

We make it easier for people to get where they want to go!

On an average day, think of how many times you tap, twist, tag, push or swipe to get access, find information, connect with others or track something. HID technology is behind billions of interactions, in more than 100 countries. We help you create a verified, trusted identity that can get you where you need to go - without having to think about it.

When you join our HID team, you’ll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You’ll have 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions - supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.