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You'll work an early/late two-shift pattern, with no night or weekend shifts.\nWe welcome applications from candidates with hands-on experience in mechanical, electrical, mechatronics, automation, instrumentation, aviation, pharmaceutical or precision manufacturing environments. Previous semiconductor experience is an advantage but not essential.\nAbout Your New Employer\nA growing high-tech manufacturing company developing advanced equipment for the semiconductor industry.\n\nSpecialises in precision engineering, metrology and complex equipment used by semiconductor manufacturers.\n\nOffers opportunities to develop specialist technical skills, gain international experience and progress within a high-tech engineering environment.\n\nAbout Your New Job\nDepending on your technical background and experience, you could join one of three specialist production areas:\nBuild: Assemble complex mechanical and electrical equipment, components and sub-modules using technical drawings and specialist tools.\n\nTest & Qualification: Test, troubleshoot and qualify equipment to ensure it meets technical specifications and quality requirements.\n\nAFM Microscope Integration: Support the integration, assembly and testing of advanced Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) technology.\n\nAcross these areas, you will:\nCarry out precision mechanical, electrical or mechatronic assembly of complex equipment and systems.\n\nRead and interpret technical drawings, assembly instructions and engineering documentation.\n\nUse specialist tools, measuring instruments and test equipment during assembly and testing activities.\n\nIdentify and troubleshoot technical issues during equipment assembly, integration and qualification.\n\nWork within cleanroom and laboratory environments, following quality, safety and manufacturing procedures.\n\nWhat You Need\nEssential:\nHands-on technical experience in mechanical, electrical, electronics, mechatronics, automation, instrumentation, avionics or high-tech manufacturing.\n\nExperience assembling, maintaining, installing, testing or troubleshooting complex equipment or technical systems.\n\nAbility to work with technical drawings, engineering documentation or equipment specifications.\n\nProfessional-level English communication skills and willingness to work an early/late two-shift pattern.\n\nIrish or EU citizenship, with the right to live and work in the Netherlands without visa sponsorship, and willingness to relocate for a minimum of two years.\n\nNice to have:\nPrevious experience in semiconductor equipment manufacturing, installation or maintenance.\n\nExperience working in cleanroom, pharmaceutical, medical device or precision manufacturing environments.\n\nTechnical qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Mechatronics or a related discipline.\n\nExperience with equipment integration, calibration, testing or qualification.\n\nWhat's On Offer\nPermanent career opportunity: Initial 18-month employment through our Dutch recruitment partner, with a planned transition to permanent employment directly with the client.\n\nBase salary: €3,400-€4,800 per month, depending on experience and qualifications.\n\nShift allowance: 17% for working a two-shift pattern.\n\nHoliday allowance: 8% of annual salary.\n\nAnnual leave: 30 days.\n\nWorking hours: Early and late shifts, with no nights or weekends.\n\nOvertime: Compensation for additional hours worked.\n\nCommuting allowance: Daily travel compensation for distances up to 50 km.\n\nRelocation: Relocation package and housing assistance in the Rotterdam, Delft or The Hague area.\n\nInternational travel: Optional opportunities to travel to locations including the US, Japan and South Korea, with travel allowance.\n\nCareer development: Opportunities to develop specialist technical skills within the semiconductor industry.\n\nWhat's Next\nWe are recruiting several Engineers and welcome applications from candidates in Ireland who are interested in relocating to the Netherlands.\nYou do not need previous semiconductor experience to be considered. We are particularly interested in candidates with strong practical engineering skills, technical troubleshooting experience and experience working with complex equipment or systems.\nThe recruitment process involves three interview stages. The final interview will take place at the client's site in the Netherlands, giving you the opportunity to see the working environment and meet the team. Flights and accommodation for this visit will be fully covered.\nApply now by clicking the Apply button.\nNot ready to apply, or have questions about the opportunities, salary or relocation process? 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