Lead Engineer

TMC

Leiden, NLonsitePosted Jul 23, 2026
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About the role

Netherlands Mechanical 5 - 10 years Leiden On-site

Do you want to contribute to the space developments of tomorrow? As a Technical Lead, you ensure that customer needs are translated into successful space-related systems, from the initial concept to delivery.

About The Member Company

We are a global high-tech consultancy company with a team of entrepreneurial engineers, scientists, and digital experts from around the world. Together we form a fast-growing and proud community. We offer consultancy services to high-profile clients globally in diverse service areas, such as:

Technology & Engineering

Energy & Renewables

Life sciences & Pharma

Digital & IT

About this vacancy

In the role of Lead Engineer, you are technically responsible for the development of advanced space-related systems. You ensure that customer requirements are translated into feasible and effective technical solutions.

You work closely with internal stakeholders (including Project Managers and Product Managers) with the aim of successfully guiding and delivering the projects from the concept phase to realization.

Your responsibilities:

You are responsible for the technical leadership of challenging development projects;

You translate customer needs into achievable technical solutions;

You review and assess mechanical designs and 3D models;

You support project budgeting by estimating engineering efforts and technical costs;

You collaborate closely with Project Managers, Product Managers, Sales, and multidisciplinary engineering teams;

You provide technical guidance throughout the entire lifecycle of projects;

You contribute to technical decision-making and the continuous improvement of products, processes, and practices;

Residence in the Netherlands.

What we expect from you

In addition to a completed technical degree in a field such as Aerospace Engineering (or similar), you possess the following knowledge and experience:

You have experience in a Lead-related position (or similar) within a high-tech or technically complex environment;

You have experience in reviewing technical designs and drawings;

You have knowledge of CAD software (e.g., CATIA);

Experience with ANSYS or similar analysis tools is a plus;

Experience with engineering estimates and cost assessments.

What you can expect from us

TMC is an international high-tech consultancy company that leverages expertise to support its clients in addressing their technological challenges. TMC acts as a center of expertise available to its clients, helping them become more competitive in an increasingly global and rapidly evolving technological world. At TMC, we believe that people are the driving force behind technological innovation. That’s why we aim to create the best possible conditions for technical talent to thrive. We offer a challenging and stimulating work environment where you can take control of your career. As an Employeneur, you become part of the TMC family. Alongside our outstanding technical expertise, fun and engagement are key elements of our culture.

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