Manufacturing Engineer

Together with an innovative medical equipment company located in Sittard, Netherlands, we are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to strengthen their dynamic production team!

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you’ll play a key role in a high-tech production environment, working closely with R&D, Production, and Quality teams. You will support both new product introductions and continuous improvement of existing processes. Your focus will be on hands-on engineering, production support, and process validation. 

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve production and incoming inspection issues through structured root cause analysis

• Execute and maintain preventive maintenance plans for tooling and equipment

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance yield, quality, safety, and efficiency

• Support the design, setup, and validation of new production lines and testing equipment

• Draft, implement, and monitor work instructions while ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards

• Participate in project meetings for the industrialization of new products and processes

• Coordinate product and process changes, ensuring documentation (BoM, routing, instructions) is accurate and up to date

• Provide technical support to production teams and facilitate knowledge sharing

• Advise on tooling and equipment needs, and drive continuous improvement initiatives

Your Profile: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Mechatronics, Applied Physics, or similar)

• Practical, hands-on mentality with a broad technical interest

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Team player with clear communication and initiative

• Green Belt in Lean Six Sigma or similar is a strong advantage

• Experience/knowledge in the following areas:

  • Prototype production and transition to serial manufacturing

  • Technical documentation and CAD

  • Manufacturing systems (PLC programming, saw/plasma machines, coaters)

  • ERP, PLM, and MES systems, Electronics, mechanical systems, and chemical processes

Practicalities

Location: Sittard, Netherlands
Set up: 40h per week 
Contract: Direct 1-year contract with intention for permanent employment
Start Date: ASAP
Languages: Dutch & English (required)

This is a great opportunity to join a company that is making a real impact in medical technology!

If you’re interested and want to know more, please send your CV to Foteini at f.karampina@panda-int.com or call +31 20 204 4502 for more information.

The application deadline is June 11th, so don’t wait!