Description

As the Lead Robotics Hardware Engineer, you will direct the hardware design of our mobile robot, the centerpiece of our robotic sorting project. By applying a systems engineering approach, you will ensure that mechanical, electrical, and software elements work cohesively—from conceptual development through detailed design. You will collaborate closely with software engineers, mechatronics specialists, and external partners to translate customer needs and product requirements into practical, high-quality robotics solutions.

Your job

• Oversee the full lifecycle of the mobile robot’s hardware, from early-stage concepts to production.
• Partner with software teams, mechatronics engineers, and suppliers to achieve integration of all components.
• Engage with stakeholders to gather insights, ensuring technical requirements are clearly defined and well-implemented.
• Guide a talented, diverse group of engineers, coaching them on performance and development
• Define and coordinate work packages, ensuring milestones are met efficiently while collaborating with other teams.
• Contribute to the product management team and robotics roadmap.
• Oversee outsourced mechatronics projects to ensure technical standards, quality, and deadlines are consistently met.

What we offer

We offer a full-time position in an informal and professional working environment with a lot of room for personal development and many extras:

• An open and inclusive workspace with colleagues from more than 20 different nationalities.
• A globally oriented company with an equally global client base.
• A full range of digital tools will be at your disposal.
• Competitive salary.
• Company laptop and mobile phone of choice.
• Extra perks such as snacks and excellent coffee every day in our cozy Grand Café.
• Training sessions by a personal trainer in our in-house gym.
• The possibility to work flexible hours.
• A profit-sharing scheme for all employees.
• The option to purchase additional vacation days on top of the 25 standard holiday allowance.

Your profile

• Education: Master’s in mechanical engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Robotics Engineering or a related field.
• Experience: Proven experience in hardware design, systems integration, and bringing products into a production environment. Three to five years of working experience.
• Systems Engineering Competence: Able to operate at various levels of detail, from conceptual architecture to specific technical designs, while aligning with product and customer needs.
• Technical Breadth: Comfortable working at the intersection of mechanical, electrical, and software engineering; hands-on experience with electronics is a plus.
• Agile Proficiency: Familiar with Agile methods and iterative work package management.
• Leadership & Communication: Skilled at mentoring engineers, defining project scopes, and driving collaboration across teams.
• Problem-Solving & Adaptability: Able to stay focused under uncertainty, propose creative solution and pivot when necessary.
• Language Skills: Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Particularities

In the context of corporate responsibility, Prime Vision as a company is particularly open to applications from people with a disability.

Convinced this job fits you?

We invite you to show us that you are the right candidate!

The application process will consist of 2 interviews and a Big Five personality test. We look forward to hearing from you.

Please send your job application, accompanied by a c.v. and motivation or video to HR at sollicitaties@primevision.com.