Eindhoven
14 Aug 2026
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Principal Mechanical Engineer

Prodrive Technologies

Principal Mechanical Engineer

Principal Mechanical Engineer needed to lead the architecture, design, and realization of high-precision systems within the Precision Solutions program. Requires a Master's degree, at least 15 years of experience in mechanical design, and expertise in optomechanics and precision engineering.

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Salary

Not specified

Work Location

Eindhoven, North Brabant, Netherlands, NL

Work Model

Hybrid

Experience Required

15 years

Employment Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Principal

Core Qualifications

Technical (Must-have)
Mechanical EngineeringOptomechanicsPrecision EngineeringDesign for ManufacturingCADSiemens NXThermal AnalysisStructural AnalysisMechatronicsSystem ArchitectureFlexure SystemsStakeholder Management
Soft Skills
LeadershipMentoringCommunicationAnalytical SkillsProblem SolvingTeamwork

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of complex precision mechanical and mechatronic systems.
  • Define system architectures and make critical design decisions for high-performance products.
  • Design and review precision mechanisms, flexure systems, and optomechanical assemblies.
  • Drive technical excellence in areas such as thermal stability, stiffness, dynamic behavior, and sub-micron positioning accuracy.
  • Perform and oversee structural and thermal analyses to validate system performance.
  • Guide Design for Manufacturing activities, ensuring robust and cost-effective solutions.
  • Mentor and coach engineers, providing technical leadership across projects and disciplines.
  • Act as a key technical stakeholder for customers, suppliers, and internal development teams.
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