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You must fit in such a climate and don’t mind to constantly implement changes and process improvements, and to go the extra mile on a regular basis and feel comfortable with some uncertainty.\nFurthermore, you need to recognize yourself in the profile as described below.\nBSc (University or Dutch HBO) and/or MSc in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Aviation Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Physics, Nano Technology or other related backgrounds;\n\nAt least 3 years of experience in hands-on activities on highly complex systems, like semiconductor equipment, satellites, astronomy equipment or similar technology;\n\nProficiency with Python is highly beneficial;\n\nPro-active, problem-solving and hands-on attitude;\n\nFlexible and capable of working in a high pace environment;\n\nProficiency in professional-level English is essential to thrive in this role.\n\nYou can work 5 days a week on-site in the clean room;\n\nWhat can you expect from us?\nGetting on board now is a great opportunity to grow with the company from a technical, personal, and financial perspective. 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TEAM is very important, Together Everyone Achieves More!\n\nBesides a challenging role where you can utilize the full extent of your professional knowledge.\n\nApply for the job\nIf the above challenges excites you, we encourage you to send us your details using the Apply now button on our career site.\nOur recruitment process:\nScreening by Recruiter\n\n1st interview with the Team Lead\n\nClean Room visit and interviews with the team\n\n2nd interview with Director of Operations\n\nOffer and reference check\n\nOnboarding and welcome at Nearfield Instruments!\n\nIf you have any questions? 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