System Engineer

S[&]T

Leiden

On-site

EUR 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading company in space research is seeking a System Engineer to join their innovative team in the Leiden area. This role involves developing high-tech motion control systems for aerospace and automotive industries, providing an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

3-5 years of experience in mechatronic system development.
Knowledge of system safety regulations and FMEA.
Fluency in English; Dutch or German is a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement high-performance motion control and test systems.
Collaborate with teams for integrated solutions.
Conduct risk assessments to improve system reliability.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Planning

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in Aeronautical, Automotive, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

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Talent Acquisition Consultant at S[&]T - Space for a Safer Life

At S[&]T we contribute to a safer life on Earth by translating space data into valuable and actionable insights. With this, we help organizations, governments and commercial entities to strengthen their information position and thereby improve their decision-making. We focus on 4 domains: Space & Science, Defence & Security, Environment & Sustainability and the High-Tech Industry. We control all levels of the data value chain from data source to user applications, and apply our expertise within our innovations, customer projects, and talent acquisition services. Our headquarters are in Delft, The Netherlands and we have two satellite offices in Oslo, Norway and Rome, Italy with a total of 125 experts employed at S[&]T.

We are currently looking for a System Engineer to join the team in the Leiden Area.

We are looking for a System Engineer to join an innovative engineering team specializing in high-tech motion control solutions. In this role, you will work on advanced mechatronic systems for applications in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and industrial testing. You will contribute to the development, integration, and optimization of complex systems, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to design cutting-edge solutions that meet customer and industry requirements.

You will play a key role in both customer-specific development projects and new technology initiatives, ensuring system performance, compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and seamless integration of hardware and software components. This is an opportunity to work in a collaborative and technically challenging environment where innovation and expertise come together to develop next-generation engineering solutions.

Responsibilities:

Develop and implement high-performance motion control and test systems for diverse applications.
Design system architectures, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
Apply modelling and simulation tools (MATLAB/Simulink) to validate system behavior.
Conduct risk assessments, including Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA) and Requirements Management, to improve system reliability.
Collaborate with mechanical, software, and electronics engineers to create integrated solutions.
Support assembly, commissioning, and testing of systems at in-house and customer locations.
Act as a technical representative, maintaining close contact with customers throughout development and implementation.
Provide comprehensive system documentation and support on-site validation and acceptance testing.
Travel occasionally to customer sites in Europe to oversee system installation and commissioning.

Requirements:

A Master’s degree in Aeronautical, Automotive, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
3-5 years of experience in mechatronic system development.
Proficiency in modelling and simulation tools (MATLAB/Simulink).
Ability to work independently and take a leading role in customer and development projects.
Knowledge of system safety regulations, professional requirements management, and Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA).
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and planning skills.
Excellent communication skills in English; knowledge of Dutch or German is a plus.
Openness to occasional travel for customer support and on-site implementation.

This position offers a dynamic and engaging work environment within a high-tech international team. You will have the opportunity to work on exciting engineering challenges, collaborate with experienced professionals, and make a direct impact on the future of motion control and test technology.

Interested? Then click to apply or send your CV and motivation letter to recruitment@stcorp.nl.

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