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Factory Engineer - Systems

On-site in Almelo·Added yesterday (last checked 13 Nov)

VDL Groep

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Our summary

Work mode
On-site, Almelo
Languages
Dutch

Skills

This job advert was originally written in Dutch.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • HBO or WO MSc. in Engineering Management, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design/IPO, or similar.
  • Strong interest in applying technical knowledge in an operational production environment.
  • Pragmatic, hands-on, analytically strong, solution-oriented, communicative, and accurate.
  • You take initiative, show ownership, and enjoy working in multidisciplinary teams to be able to carry out (improvement/shared) projects in a structured manner and with stakeholder support.
  • Good command of the Dutch and English languages, both spoken and written.

Nice to have

  • Experience in a complex technical environment is a plus, but not a must.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • A salary appropriate to your work experience and the challenge of this position
  • 27 vacation days and 13 ADV days
  • An excellent pension scheme
  • An annual VDL party with all colleagues from VDL Group
  • Various collective arrangements and staff offers
  • Participation in sports activities

Ready to challenge yourself?

The role

The role

As a Factory Engineer, you are responsible for the technical setup, support, and continuous improvement of the assembly process for complex mechatronic systems and modules. You are the connecting link between assembly, engineering, project teams, and customers, ensuring an efficient, predictable, and quality-oriented production environment. Furthermore, you play a key role in developing and optimizing production processes within specialist competencies such as magnetism, critical bonding, high voltage, and complex (including robotic/qualification) tooling. In a high-tech environment where quality, precision, and process control are central, you combine deep technical expertise with strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

On a daily basis, you deal with solving, or better yet preventing, (technical) problems in the operation to ensure high-tech mechatronic systems can be delivered to the customer's satisfaction.

What you'll do

  • Setting up, supporting, and continuously improving assembly processes and process documentation with a focus on quality, progress, and efficiency.
  • Facilitating a smooth introduction of new or modified products into the operation.
  • Initiating, implementing, and securing technical improvement plans using Lean Manufacturing and Quality Management methodologies.
  • Acting as a sparring partner for assembly, engineering, suppliers, and the customer.
  • Drafting and managing assembly steps, routings, and process data within the ERP system.
  • Monitoring product quality, progress, and process stability for an optimal production setup.

Your strength

About VDL Groep

Industry
Manufacturing

In their own words

About the company & team

The strength of VDL

At VDL ETG Almelo, you work in an international industrial family environment where continuity and cooperation are paramount. You can count on a professional but informal working atmosphere with open communication and excellent employment conditions:

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