硬件设计主管工程师

Take the lead in hardware development and help shape the EV charging technology of tomorrow.

What will you do?

As a Lead Hardware Design Engineer at Alfen, you will combine your technical expertise with a coordinating role within our R&D department. You will contribute to the development and continuous improvement of smart, innovative charging solutions for electric vehicles. Your designs will be directly integrated into our charging stations, allowing you to make a tangible contribution to the energy transition.

You will act as the technical point of contact for the hardware discipline within multidisciplinary projects. In addition to designing and developing electronic hardware yourself, you will support fellow engineers, coordinate and assign tasks, and ensure technical quality and progress. You will play a key role in resolving technical challenges and successfully bringing new designs to life.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Designing, developing and optimising electronic circuits, schematics and PCB layouts for our EV charging solutions.
• Coordinating and allocating tasks within the hardware discipline, while providing technical guidance and support to fellow engineers.
• Representing the hardware discipline in multidisciplinary R&D projects and collaborating closely with Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Testing teams.
• Monitoring technical quality, project objectives and progress, proactively identifying potential challenges and implementing effective solutions.
• Developing, testing and validating prototypes and electronic systems, ensuring compliance with EMC requirements, electrical safety standards and applicable regulations.
• Researching and implementing new components, technologies and development methodologies to continuously improve our products and processes.
• Ensuring accurate technical documentation and a smooth transfer of designs into production.

Supporting the R&D Team Leader by providing input on the professional development and performance of fellow engineers.
You will be part of a multidisciplinary R&D team, working closely with hardware, software and mechanical engineers. In this role, you will have the opportunity to apply your technical expertise, support the development of your colleagues and take hardware engineering within our projects to the next level. In doing so, you will make a direct contribution to the EV charging solutions of the future.

What do you bring?

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree (HBO/WO or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Electronics or a related technical field.
• Extensive experience in electronic hardware design and development, including schematic design and PCB layout.
• Strong knowledge of analogue and digital electronics, components and circuits, and their application in electronic products.
• Solid knowledge of EMC requirements and experience applying relevant standards in hardware development.
• Experience with manufacturing and testing methodologies for electronic circuits and systems.
• Knowledge of and practical experience with power electronics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex technical challenges into practical solutions.
• A proactive approach to technical leadership, with the ability to coordinate activities, guide colleagues and motivate others through your technical expertise.
• Dutch and English, written and spoken.

What do we offer?

• A gross monthly salary between €5.250,- and €6.750,- based on full-time employment and depending on your knowledge and experience.
• 27 days of annual leave plus 13 additional ADV days (reduction of working hours), with the option to sell back up to 10 days.
• Hybrid working arrangements, allowing you to work remotely for up to 2 days per week based on a 40-hour working week.
• Free access to our online learning platform.
• Sports and wellness opportunities, including fitness activities and sporting events.
• A pension scheme through PME, including a substantial employer contribution.
• Travel allowance of €0.25 per kilometre (up to a maximum commuting distance of 50 km one way).

Interested?

Would you like to know more about this opportunity? Please contact Erwin van Butselaar, Interim Senior Corporate Recruiter, on +31 6 43166804 or via [email protected].

Ready to apply? Submit your application using the "Apply Now" button on our careers website.

Please note: Reference checks, background screening and a Certificate of Conduct (VOG) may be part of our selection process. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the vacancy will close once a suitable candidate has been found. We kindly request recruitment agencies not to contact us regarding this vacancy.