Lead Systems Engineer

Are you ready to lead the development of innovative appliance solutions that merge technology, design, and user experience? Do you thrive where engineering meets creativity-and ideas become real, market-ready products?

For a global player in the dairy industry known for its cutting-edge systems, we're looking for a Lead Systems Engineer to shape the future of milk and cream foaming appliances.

As Lead Systems Engineer, you will play a key role in the development of innovative milk and cream foaming systems for our client. You'll translate technical opportunities and customer needs into integrated packaging and dispensing solutions-partnering closely with marketing, procurement, and supply chain to bring new appliance concepts from idea to market.

You'll lead system development projects, ensuring that new foaming technologies and appliance innovations are successfully integrated into next-generation products. A critical part of your role involves building strong relationships with external development and manufacturing partners, while staying closely connected to internal technical teams.

In addition, you'll also drive packaging development projects that enhance the overall system experience.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Co-create the next generation of dairy systems with innovation and marketing teams;

  
  


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  Lead cross-functional innovation projects, aligning engineering, design, and business input;

  
  


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  Ensure projects meet scope, timeline, and quality standards while proactively managing risks;

  
  


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  Coordinate and drive technical advancements to improve user experience and product performance;

  
  


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  Act as a connector between external partners and internal system experts.

  
  

• A gross monthly salary of around €8500,- based on a full-time position (38 hours) (your salary will be based on the weighting of your job, your experience and your training);


• 25 days of leave per year, with the opportunity to buy/sell up to 5 days per year;


• An additional short-term incentive plan (Bonus) of 15% (at target);


• Work-life balance;


• Extensive collective insurance package.

What will happen when you apply? Within four working days, we will let you know whether you are qualified for the position. If you do we will schedule an interview (digital or live). In this interview, we will inform you about the vacancy, the company, and the procedure. If we both agree this is a fitting opportunity we will introduce you to our client and continue to guide you through the whole application process. The Independent Recruiters Group has a large team of specialized recruitment consultants. Every recruiter has a strong focus regarding his/her field of expertise. This makes them the ideal sparring partner for both you, as the candidate, and the client.