Mechanical Engineer Hightech

VIROSchiedamJob.bopublished 07/20/2026
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Do you want to work on extremely precise machines and modules that are used worldwide within the semiconductor industry? At VIRO in Schiedam, you will get the opportunity to further develop yourself as a mechanical engineer in precision mechanics. As a Mechanical Engineer Hightech, you will work in multidisciplinary project teams on challenging technical assignments. The projects vary from designing and improving precision mechanical parts to developing complete modules, where tolerances in the micron range can be the standard. You will receive responsibility for your own designs and work closely with experienced engineers, project leaders, and other technical specialists. In this way, you will not only develop your technical knowledge but also learn more about project control, stakeholder management, and the successful execution of engineering projects. You will primarily work from our location in Schiedam. This allows you to build a good bond with your VIRO colleagues and easily share knowledge and brainstorm with one another. For project meetings, coordination, or technical support, you will visit a client or another VIRO location on average a few times per month.

What are you going to do? As a Mechanical Engineer Hightech, you will be involved in, among other things: Translating customer questions and functional requirements into technically feasible concepts and designs;

Designing and further developing precision mechanical parts, assemblies, and modules;

Creating and managing 3D models and technical 2D drawings;

Drafting and maintaining technical dossiers;

Consulting with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders;

Identifying and assessing technical and safety risks, including using FMEA;

Monitoring the quality of your own design and the associated development process according to the V-model;

Assessing the impact of defects and design choices;

Drafting and implementing technical improvement proposals;

Creating and monitoring your personal work planning as part of the project;

Collaborating with colleagues from different technical disciplines.

Depending on your knowledge and experience, you will gain increasing autonomy and responsibility within projects.

You have graduated or already have several years of relevant work experience. Starters are also very welcome. You have:

  • A completed hbo or wo education in the direction of Mechanical Engineering (precision mechanics, werktuigbouwkunde, luchtvaart- en ruimtevaarttechniek, High-Tech engineering, biomechanical, automotive) or similar;
  • Affinity with precision mechanics or machine building;
  • Preferably zero to three years of relevant work experience. If you have more experience and the position fits your ambitions, we also invite you to respond;
  • Experience with a 3D-CAD program from your studies, internship, or work experience;
  • Preferably experience with Siemens NX;
  • A good command of the English language, as English is widely used within our projects and customer environments;
  • Preferably also a good command of the Dutch language;
  • The willingness to visit a customer or other VIRO location on average at least twice a month;

Additionally, you are curious, proactive, and not afraid to ask questions. You work independently on your own tasks, but also actively seek collaboration. You think along about improvements and want to further develop yourself within hightech engineering.

What do we offer you? At VIRO, you get the space to further shape your career within hightech engineering. You can count on: Challenging and varied projects within the semicon, machine building, food, aerospace, or defense market;

Guidance and knowledge sharing by experienced engineers and technical specialists;

A professional working environment with an informal and accessible atmosphere;

Control over your own development via the VIRO Academy;

Growth opportunities towards, for example, Lead Engineer or Project Engineer;

Good facilities for hybrid working, including a home office allowance;

22 vacation days and 13 ATV days;

An allowance for commuting or the use of a business NS-Business Card;

Possibility to make use of a bicycle lease plan, fitness scheme, and hybrid heat pump plan;

An excellent pension scheme at Nationale-Nederlanden;

A collective health insurance via VGZ;

Regular social, sporting, and informal activities from our staff association;

Your team in Schiedam VIRO Schiedam is a young, ambitious, and growing location. You will work in an enthusiastic team in which colleagues support each other, share knowledge, and take responsibility together for the result. The atmosphere is informal and open. Colleagues regularly organize activities, such as a game or movie night at the office, a sporting activity, a drink in the VIRO-bar, or a game of pool. There is plenty of room to propose initiatives, develop yourself, and think along about the further growth of the location.

Interested? Do you want to work on challenging projects and build your own career? Then apply via careers.viro-group.com . For any questions, contact our Recruiter Rutger van Rugge via +31614756851 or r.vanrugge@viro-group.com