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Industrial Mechanical Engineer

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Junior mechanical engineer who designs and calculates industrial installations. Requirement: completed HBO/WO degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent and good command of Dutch. Works in a multidisciplinary team within industry and energy transition projects.
Sweco
Groningen
Part-time
44.608 to 51.840
Hydrogen
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Description

Junior Mechanical Engineer within the Industry business unit, based in Groningen, Zwolle, or Leeuwarden. You will work on advisory and development projects for new build and replacement projects in sectors such as gas, new energy, chemicals, food, and pharma, with a focus on energy transition, circularity, and sustainability. You will work in multidisciplinary teams and receive guidance from a senior colleague.

Job requirements

  • Completed higher professional or university degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or similar.
  • Strong communication skills in Dutch.
  • Affinity with design and 3D modeling.
  • Ambition and drive to develop yourself further.
  • An eye for innovation, commercial opportunities and sustainability.

Tasks

  • Collaborating with colleagues from various disciplines on industrial projects.
  • Designing factories and installations and performing the associated calculations.
  • Translating laws and regulations and client-specific requirements into safe, efficient, and future-proof designs.
  • Designing and 3D modeling and further deepening your knowledge of engineering.
  • Daily contact with senior engineers, other disciplines, and regularly with the client.
  • Work under the guidance of a senior colleague to align technical choices in a well-founded manner.

Working conditions

  • Working on challenging projects with social impact.
  • Modern, hybrid work environment with a lot of freedom and personal leadership.
  • Ample development opportunities and direct access to the Sweco Academy.
  • Close-knit team and a lot of trust, support, and collaboration.
  • 32 days of vacation, home work allowance and holiday pay.
  • Circular home office and excellent pension scheme where Sweco pays 85% of the monthly contribution.
  • A lot of control over where, how, and when you work, and freedom of choice regarding travel options.
  • Incentivizing and rewarding sustainable and active choices.
  • Access to a vitality program focused on lifestyle and sports, and social activities such as Fika and local events.

Description of the organisation

Sweco combines international expertise with strong local commitment to make the Netherlands and Europe more beautiful, better, and more sustainable. Sweco is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm and had revenue of approximately 32 billion Swedish krona (2,9 billion euros) in 2025.

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Skills suitable for this job type

educational science
audiovisual techniques and media production
fashion, interior and industrial design
literature and linguistics
management and governance
marketing and advertising
wholesale and retail trade
Law
biology
biochemistry
environmental sciences
physics
math
computer use
design and management of databases and networks
development and analysis of software and applications
engineering degree, not further defined
environmental protection technology
electricity and energy
electronics and automation
mechanics and metal
motor vehicles, ships and aircraft
materials (glass, paper, plastic and wood)
architecture and urban planning
construction and road and hydraulic engineering
engineering, industry and construction, not elsewhere classified
agriculture and livestock farming
fishing
medicine
medical diagnosis and treatment technology
health and safety at work
protection of persons and property
transport services
advising on environmental issues
maintaining operational data
operating communications equipment
monitor the quality of goods
repair and install mechanical equipment
using more than one language
checking safety and security
monitoring operational activities
developing disaster and emergency plans
protecting ICT devices
supervise, direct and coordinate projects
analyzing and evaluating information and data
measuring dimensions and associated properties
connecting parts using welding and soldering techniques
collecting information from physical and electronic sources
interpreting technical documentation and diagrams
managing information
ensuring compliance with legislation
operating watercraft
manufacturing of medical devices and prostheses
design of electrical or electronic systems and equipment
assessing land and real estate
testing vehicles
using digital tools for machine control
using precision instruments
using precision instruments and equipment
following instructions and procedures
installation of electrical and electronic products
compliance with health and safety procedures
advise on products and services
collect, manage and store digital data
training in operational procedures
installing wooden and metal parts
technical or academic writing
developing goals and strategies
providing medical, dental and nursing care
using hand tools
operating pump systems and equipment
conduct scientific or market research
comply with operational procedures
compliance with environmental protection laws and standards
operating medical equipment
supervising operational activities
designing systems and products
developing professional relationships and networks
operating equipment for energy production and distribution
develop policy and legislation
presenting research and technical information
conducting studies and research
documenting technical designs, procedures, problems and activities
working with machines and specialized equipment
creating visual displays and decorations
installing and repairing electrical, electronic and precision equipment
programming computer systems
maintain mechanical tools
guiding a team or group
developing solutions
collaborate and maintain contacts
advise on business or operational matters
use computer-aided design and drawing tools
design of structures and facilities
preparing financial documents, files, reports and budgets
designing ICT systems and applications
installation of heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment
estimating required resources
operating industrial precision equipment
develop operational policies and procedures
design of industrial materials, systems and products
use precision measuring instruments
teaching and training
manage transport and logistics activities
analyzing financial and economic data
monitoring developments within the field
working in teams
planning operations and production processes
ensuring and maintaining physical security
advise on the design and use of technologies
maintaining electrical, electronic and precision equipment
analyzing business activities
evaluating systems, programs, equipment and products
practicing sports
performing calculations
identifying and monitoring physical resources
testing electrical and mechanical systems and equipment
setting up computer systems
Laws and regulations
Ambitious
Events
Modeling work
Arithmetic skills
DTG Catalogue
Communication skills
To advise
Chemical industry
Translation work
3D modeling
New construction projects
Circular economy
Business unit (BU)
Installation work
Efficient
Guidance activities
Energy transition
Mechanism
Mechanical Engineering
Innovation projects
Dutch
Sustainability
Multidisciplinarity
Mechatronics

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