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On-site in Almelo·Added 3 days ago (last checked 12 Nov)
Our summary
- Salary
- Up to €4,200 a month
- Work mode
- On-site, Almelo
- Languages
- Dutch



This job advert was originally written in Dutch.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- An MBO 4 diploma in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar.
- Experience with mechanical assembly and an affinity for electrotechnics and/or mechatronics.
- The ability to read technical drawings and 3D models.
- An independent and proactive working attitude.
- A strong quality awareness and an eye for detail.
Nice to have
- Knowledge of IPC-620 (preferably IPC Space Addendum) is a plus.
- Knowledge of gluing optical components (European Adhesive Bonder) is a plus.
- Knowledge of optics and optical systems is a plus.
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
- A salary up to € 4,200 gross per month, depending on knowledge and experience.
- Flexible working hours in day shifts.
- 27 vacation days and 13 ADV days.
- An excellent pension scheme.
- A staff drink twice a year with all colleagues in Almelo.
- An annual VDL party with all colleagues from VDL Group or a day at Efteling.
- Many employee benefits and staff offers.
- Free participation in various sports activities.
- Plenty of opportunities to further develop yourself through education, training, and certifications.
Ready to challenge yourself?
The role
What will you do?
As a Proto Assembler Space, you will work within the Projects department on prototypes and first production series of advanced systems for the space industry. You build products that are often being assembled for the first time, thereby playing an important role in the development of new technology. You will mostly work in a cleanroom environment and have intensive contact with engineers during the assembly of new products. Your activities consist of:
What you'll do
- Assembling prototypes and complex optomechatronic modules.
- Performing adjustments, alignments, and inspections at the micron level.
- Performing cabling and electrotechnical tasks, such as stripping, soldering, and fiber splicing.
- Testing assemblies and performing measurements.
- Identifying and resolving technical problems during assembly.
- Thinking along regarding improvements in design and assembly processes.
- Intensively collaborating with engineers to further optimize products.
Your strength
You are technically strong, work with extreme precision, and get energy from building new products. You feel at home in an environment where quality, precision, and collaboration are central. In addition, you bring the following:
The strength of VDL
- Willingness to follow necessary training and certifications.
Hiring process
Has your interest been piqued and do you recognize yourself in this position? Then we would love to receive your CV for this vacancy. We look forward to your response!
About VDL Groep
- Industry
- Manufacturing
In their own words
About the company & team
The strength of VDL
At VDL ETG Almelo, you work within a large and international corporation, but with the convivial atmosphere of a family business. You will enter a no-nonsense working environment in which collaboration, ownership, and craftsmanship are central. You can count on a professional but informal working atmosphere with open communication and excellent employment conditions:
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