Mechanical Engineer Heavy Equipment (praktijkgericht)
Core
Design custom heavy-duty attachments (buckets, booms, extensions) for loaders and excavators, translating field requirements into production-ready steel structures.
Role type
Mechanical Engineer (Heavy Equipment Design)
Builds
Custom steel attachments and structural components for construction and earthmoving machinery
Domain
Heavy equipment manufacturing / Construction machinery
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> product features
Required skills
3D CAD (Solid Edge), steel construction knowledge, welding joint understanding, strength of materials, FEM analysis, load calculations
Preferred skills
Experience with earthmoving/agricultural/heavy equipment, FEM expertise, load technology, hydraulics
Technologies
Solid Edge
Responsibilities
Develop custom buckets, booms, and extensions; create 3D designs and production drawings; perform strength and load checks; visit customer sites to inspect machines and discuss technical solutions; collaborate with production and welding teams; guide projects from concept to delivery
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
