Electromechanical Engineer for the Test Facility

We are looking for an Electromechanical Engineer for the Test Facility on behalf of the European Space Agency (ESA) for their location in ​Noordwijk, The Netherlands​, to join their ​Test Facilities & Laboratories Section​. 

Please note, the successful candidate will be employed by ATG Europe (or one of its subsidiaries). Furthermore, upon selection, they will be subject to a general security screening performed by an external provider (further information will be provided at interview stage).

The successful candidate will be tasked with, but not limited to:

• Design, develop and support Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE) for spacecraft and laboratory testing activities;

• Prepare engineering designs, 3D models, manufacturing drawings, technical specifications and supporting documentation;

• Perform mechanical and structural analyses to support equipment design and verification;

• Support the development, modification, maintenance and improvement of test facilities and laboratory infrastructure;

• Plan, coordinate and execute environmental and laboratory test activities, including equipment installation, test setup and acceptance testing;

• Analyse test results and prepare technical reports, presentations and engineering recommendations;

• Support the development and maintenance of Electronic Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) and associated instrumentation;

• Coordinate calibration, maintenance and metrology activities for engineering and laboratory equipment;

• Maintain equipment records, asset databases and technical documentation; 

• Liaise with internal stakeholders, suppliers and contractors to ensure successful delivery of engineering activities;

• Contribute to process improvements, technology development initiatives and continuous improvement of test facilities and engineering services;

• Ensure compliance with applicable quality, safety and engineering standards.

ATG is dedicated to diversity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. Regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, handicap or any other reason protected by relevant state or municipal legislation, we are pleased to consider all eligible candidates for employment.

Please ensure that your CV clearly explains how you meet the essential requirements. If it doesn’t align completely with the essential criteria, it could result in rejection.

• PhD or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Physics or a related engineering discipline;

• At least 4 years of relevant experience;

• Experience in mechanical design, test engineering, facility engineering, laboratory operations or a similar technical environment;

• Knowledge of mechanical design principles, engineering documentation and manufacturing processes;

• Experience with engineering analysis and problem-solving methodologies;

• Ability to prepare and review technical reports, specifications and engineering documentation;

• Familiarity with CAD tools and engineering analysis software;

• Knowledge of test equipment, instrumentation, calibration or metrology activities;

• Experience working in multidisciplinary engineering teams;

• Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills; 

• Ability to manage multiple technical activities and work independently when required; 

• Previous experience within the aerospace, space, defence or other highly regulated technical industries is an asset;

• Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the EU;

• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Please submit your application in English via the apply button below. Applications submitted in other languages will not be considered.