Mechanical Engineer
Precision, systems
and solutions
As a Mechanical Engineer, you design and optimise machines and technical installations. You translate technical challenges into smart solutions in machine building, industry and high-tech.
What is a Mechanical Engineer?
A Mechanical Engineer designs, calculates, develops and optimises mechanical systems and structures. From a complete production line to a custom-built machine: as a Mechanical Engineer, you are responsible for the technical elaboration and performance of the design.
Mechanical Engineers work extensively with CAD software such as Inventor, SolidWorks, Creo or Siemens NX and often form the link between engineering, production and project management.
What does a Mechanical Engineer do?
As a Mechanical Engineer, your tasks include:
- Designing machines and installations in 3D CAD software
- Drawing up technical drawings and specifications
- Performing strength and tolerance calculations and risk analyses
- Improving existing products and processes
- Technical coordination with suppliers and customers
- Supervising prototypes and implementations
- Working with software, hardware and production engineers
What do you need as a
Mechanical Engineer?
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (HBO)
- Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (WO)
- Automotive Engineering
- Industrial Product Design
- Mechatronics
Skills
- Knowledge of CAD software
- Technical insight
- Creative problem-solving skills
- Strong communication skills
- Experience in machine building or industry
- Analytical and accurate way of working
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What do you earn as a
Mechanical Engineer?
Your salary depends on factors such as your experience, specialisation and the client.
Starter / Junior
0–3 years of experience€3,200 - €4,200
gross per month
Mid-level
4–7 years of experience€4,200 - €5,500
gross per month
Senior
7+ years of experience€5,500 - €7,000+
gross per month
Why choose
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Questions about working as a Mechanical Engineer
A Mechanical Engineer designs, develops and improves machines, installations and technical systems. You work on technical challenges, create designs and calculations and make sure products and processes perform optimally.
Most Mechanical Engineers have completed a vocational (MBO) or bachelor’s (HBO) programme in Mechanical Engineering or a comparable technical study. Depending on the role, there are opportunities for both starters and experienced engineers.
At Yes tech careers, we first look at your ambitions, knowledge and personal preferences. We then match you with a client that truly suits you. Throughout your career, we keep investing in your development, so you can keep growing in tech.
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