Lead Engineer – Production Engineering

We are currently looking for a  Lead Production Engineer  to join our client's team in  regio The Hague.

Our client is an innovative, high‑tech engineering organisation operating at the forefront of advanced product development and manufacturing. As part of this environment, you’ll contribute to the development and integration of next‑generation measurement instruments for medical imaging solutions, working with multidisciplinary teams and state‑of‑the‑art technology platforms.

To support their continued growth and professionalisation, we are looking for a  Lead Engineer – Production Engineering . In this role, you will play a key part in strengthening the bridge between development and manufacturing, ensuring that production processes are robust, scalable, and continuously improving.

This is a position with a high level of autonomy, where you combine  technical leadership, hands‑on problem solving, and team development  within a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Main responsibilities

Lead and coordinate  projects within Production Engineering , ensuring progress, quality, and alignment with business priorities

Drive the resolution of  production challenges , focusing on sustainable and structural improvements

Introduce and implement  new manufacturing methods, tools, and technologies

Maintain oversight of ongoing activities, ensuring clear  prioritisation and planning

Actively contribute to  technical problem‑solving  and project execution (hands‑on involvement)

Manage, coach, and support the development of a team of  Production Engineers

Bring structure and standardisation to processes, driving  efficiency and consistency

Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders such as  R&D, Quality, and Production

Communicate progress, risks, and results clearly across the organisation

Requirements
Experience & Expertise

Master’s level working and thinking ability in a technical discipline (e.g. Mechanical Engineering or similar)

Proven experience in a  production, manufacturing, or engineering environment

Strong affinity with  process improvement, production optimisation, and technical problem‑solving

Ability to balance  hands‑on technical work  with maintaining a broader overview

Experience with introducing or improving  manufacturing processes and technologies

Leadership & Personal Profile

Experience in  leading or coaching engineers , providing direction and supporting development

Proactive, structured, and able to set priorities in a dynamic environment

Hands‑on and action‑oriented, comfortable working where theory meets practice

Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across disciplines

Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to drive improvements and engage others

Good command of  Dutch and English

What we offer

A key role within a  high‑tech and innovation‑driven environment

A position with strong  autonomy, ownership, and impact

The opportunity to work on  complex and technically challenging products

A collaborative culture with short communication lines and engaged teams

A competitive salary and benefits package aligned with the level of responsibility

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