Senior Mechanical Architect- Precision Solutions

Prodrive Technologies; Eindhoven; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ownership of ideas and real ownership

Trust, Collaboration, and Excellence

38-hour workweek

Performance-based salary growth

33 vacation days per year

Time-for-time compensation for extra‑d

On-site fitness facilities

Free lunch and snacks

Personal development plan

Extensive career opportunities

Innovative and international工作环境

Job summary

Prodrive Technologies—Precision Solutions seeks a Senior Mechanical Architect to lead the architecture, design, and realization of ultra-precise systems. You will guide multidisciplinary teams and make critical decisions to push performance and reliability in wafer stages and related equipment.

Enjoy ownership, a culture of collaboration, and a 38-hour workweek with substantial growth opportunities. The role spans semiconductor, life sciences, and medical markets in a fast, international

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 10+ years of experience in conceptual development of high performance positioning systems with nanometer accuracy.
• Proven track record in mechanical design and development of high-tech products.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of complex precision mechanical dynamic systems.
• Define system architecture and make critical design decisions for high-performance products.
• Design and review dynamic system concepts, optomechanical assemblies or flexure-based mechanisms.
• Drive technical excellence in areas such as dynamic behavior and nanometer positioning accuracy.
• Mentor and coach engineers, providing technical leadership across projects and disciplines.
• Act as a key technical stakeholder for customers, suppliers, and internal development teams.

Skills

Nanometer positioning

Mechanical design

System architecture

Technical leadership

Dynamic/motion control

DFM/precision machining

Mentoring

Stakeholder management

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

Job description

Senior Mechanical Architect- Precision Solutions

Working at the forefront of precision engineering, you will contribute to the most advanced systems that Prodrive develops, think of custom metrology equipment, nanometer accuracy positioning stages and other integrated systems. With your expertise, you will guide multidisciplinary teams, influence technical roadmaps, and drive innovative solutions from concept through industrialization.

Lead the architecture, design, and realization of high-precision systems that push the limits of performance, accuracy, and reliability. As a key technical leader, you will combine deep engineering knowledge with strategic thinking to make critical architectural decisions, balance technical trade-offs, and ensure successful delivery of next-generation products that create value for customers in semiconductor, life sciences, and medical markets. We are open to both direct employment and freelance collaborations for this position.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the development of complex precision mechanical dynamic systems.


• Define system architecture and make critical design decisions for high-performance products.


• Design and review dynamic system concepts, optomechanical assemblies or flexure-based mechanisms.


• Drive technical excellence in areas such as dynamic behavior, and nanometer positioning accuracy. (for example, wafer stages or wafer handling)


• Mentor and coach engineers, providing technical leadership across projects and disciplines.


• Act as a key technical stakeholder for customers, suppliers, and internal development teams.

What we offer

• An environment where your ideas matter, with short communication lines, high dynamics, and real ownership


• A culture built on Trust, Collaboration, and Excellence, embedded in everything we do


• Full-time contract based on a 38-hour workweek


• A performance-based salary growth that rewards your results


• 33 vacation days per year, including public holidays


• Time-for-time compensation when working extra hours


• Free access to our on-site fitness facilities to support your wellbeing


• Free lunch, dinner and healthy snacks are available every day onsite


• Strong focus on personal development, supported by a tailored growth and learning plan


• Extensive career opportunities, with progression across a wide range of functions and projects


• A young, innovative, and international working environment where initiative, creativity, and entrepreneurship are encouraged and rewarded

What you bring

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.


• 10+ years of experience with conceptual development of high performance (fast and accurate) positioning systems with nanometer accuracy


• 10+ years of experience in mechanical design and development of high-tech products


• Strong knowledge of design for performance and control of dynamic/motion systems


• Extensive experience with Design for Manufacturing and precision machining technologies


• Proficiency with CAD tools, preferably Siemens NX


• Demonstrated ability to lead technically complex projects and influence multidisciplinary teams


• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills

We are Prodrive Technologies- Precision Solutions

The Precision Solutions program develops advanced technologies and integrated systems that enable our customers to achieve world-class precision in their applications. By combining deep technological expertise, strong engineering capabilities, and a broad product portfolio, we serve leading industries including semiconductors, life sciences, and medical technology. Within the program, our innovation efforts are centered around three key technology pillars:

Advanced Cameras: high-performance imaging solutions for demanding applications

Motion Components: precision motion technologies that deliver accuracy, reliability, and control

Integrated Systems: complete, customer-focused solutions that combine multiple technologies into high-value systems

Our strategy is guided by global megatrends such as digitalization, automation, and the growing demand for accessible and affordable healthcare. By anticipating future market needs and technological developments, we help our customers bring innovative products and solutions to life.

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