Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Near Munich, Germany - onsite working required

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and motivated Lead Mechanical Designer in Precision Engineering to join and further strengthen their engineering team.

• Lead the development of high-end equipment modules with precision performance below 1 µm
• Deliver subassemblies with validated precision and long-term reliability for 24/7 mass production equipment
• Apply a systems engineering mindset across all engineering phases, from customer requirement alignment through to final qualification in production systems
• Develop a deep understanding of core manufacturing processes including:
  
  • Optical Module Assembly (free-space optics, fiber optics, wafer-level photonics)
  • Data storage system manufacturing
  • Precision die-attach technologies
• Translate complex process requirements into robust mechanical design specifications
• Introduce innovative technologies and engineering solutions to significantly improve process speed and overall precision
• Transfer solutions to HQ engineering teams and support design optimization for volume manufacturing scale-up
• Support internal capability development and contribute to strategic and business direction initiatives

• Master’s degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Electronics, Physics, or a related technical field
• Minimum 7 years of experience within a precision automation environment, including several years in a technical leadership role
• Strong expertise in:
  
  • Precision engineering
  • System simulation (static, dynamic, thermal)
  • Advanced materials
  • 3D printing technologies
  • Motion control systems and sensor integration
• Proven track record in building precision equipment for Advanced Packaging applications, particularly within photonics and semiconductor industries
• Deep understanding of manufacturing environments from both equipment supplier and shopfloor perspectives
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English
• Strong intercultural awareness, collaborative mindset, and problem-solving capabilities in international environments

Please get in touch with Christina McGuire to hear more about this position!