Mechanical Engineer (Amsterdam)

Lead, Innovate, and Grow within a Cutting-Edge Scale-Up!
Are you passionate about life science? Are you excited by the challenge of joining a R&D team in a dynamic scale-up and with revolutionary biotech products? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment where your work directly impacts the future of medical research and drug development? If so, Optics11 Life is the place for you!

WHO WE ARE
Optics11 Life is not just another company; we are a thriving scale-up redefining the boundaries of life sciences. Headquartered in Amsterdam (the Netherlands), we develop and manufacture groundbreaking measurement instruments that empower researchers to make life-saving breakthroughs. Our technology is transforming drug development, medical treatments, and cutting-edge research worldwide.

What sets us apart is our scale-up environment, an exciting blend of growth, innovation, and agility. What you can expect:

• Opportunities to shape the future
  In our fast-evolving market, your leadership will be instrumental in driving our growth strategy, penetrating industrial markets, and expanding globally.

• Empowerment and ownership
  A flat hierarchy and collaborative culture mean your ideas will not just be heard; they will shape our company’s future.

• Accelerated career growth
  The steep learning curve in our scale-up environment provides endless opportunities for professional and personal development.

• International exposure
  Join a diverse, talented team working with customers across the globe, all united by the goal of advancing life sciences.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
To realize the full potential of the our product range, we are looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer, who has experience in precision mechatronics and motion control, including all of its future modules and features. The Mechanical Engineer will develop features and modules to enhance the performance of our products range for applications in pharma, biotech, and academia. Working on high-precision motion systems and fiber optic sensing, requiring nanometer-level stability. Teaming up with a highly motivated and talented R&D team, the candidate is a key player in the development of unique world class instruments and is not afraid to set ambitious technical goals.
So, what will you do?

KEY ACTIVITIES 

• Design, develop and support new products, features and modules

• Develop mechanical and mechatronic aspects of complex metrology and imaging systems

• Improve and optimize high-precision motion control systems on Optics11 Life products

• Perform design analyses (tolerance, thermal, vibration, structural) and ensure manufacturability

• Identify and propose design changes improvement to enhance performance, stability and reliability

• Create, maintain, and update the bill of materials (BOM) and related documentation

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• BSc or MSc in mechanical, mechatronics engineering or related field

• 5+ years experience in mechanical and mechatronics design with focus on precision motion control

• Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles and proficiency in CAD modeling

• Knowledge of materials and surface treatments for precision mechanical systems

• Experience with system validation, FMEA, and structured design checkpoints

• Understanding precision engineering concepts (stiffness, damping, thermal effects, vibration)

• Understanding precision mechatronics concepts (closed loop control, sensing, actuators)

• Experience in a regulated environment (ISO, GMP, medical, or similar) is a plus

• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally

• Identifying with our core values O.P.T.I.C. (Ownership, Passion, Talent, Innovation, Customer)

  
  WHAT WE OFFER
  

• Opportunity to make a significant positive impact on the Life Science industry and the growth of Optics11 Life

• Freedom and responsibility in structuring and leading your work

• Ambitious and young international team, with over twenty different nationalities

• Flat hierarchy, short decision lines, big impact

• Hybrid working options

• Travel expenses, L&D budget

• Pension plan

• Free lunch on Wednesday, social activities

• Free parking space next to the office