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Maintenance engineer / Werkvooorbereider Elektrotechniek

Locationleiden, - None Specified -
Business SectorMedical Device
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Job ref26017
Publishedabout 7 hours ago

Maintenance Engineer / Werkvoorbereider (Electrical Installations – 24/7 MedTech Production)

Location: Leiden, Netherlands
Employment Type: Deta-vast (Temporary to Permanent)
Industry: MedTech / Manufacturing / Production
Salary: Up to €5,500 per month (excluding 8% holiday allowance)


About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer or Werkvoorbereider with a strong background in electrical installations and experience supporting 24/7 production operations.
In this role, you will ensure optimal performance of production systems within a MedTech environment where precision, safety, and reliability are key.

You will coordinate and execute preventive and corrective maintenance, support process improvements, and act as a technical bridge between production and maintenance teams.


Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, prepare, and coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities.

  • Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical faults in production systems.

  • Supervise technicians and contractors during maintenance and installation work.

  • Ensure technical documentation, drawings, and maintenance logs are up to date.

  • Identify and implement improvements to enhance equipment reliability and performance.

  • Coordinate maintenance schedules to minimize production downtime.

  • Ensure all work is performed according to safety, GMP, and quality standards.

  • Contribute to continuous improvement and technical optimization projects.


Your Profile

  • MBO/HBO degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical discipline.

  • Proven experience as a Maintenance Engineer or Werkvoorbereider in an industrial, MedTech, or GMP environment.

  • Strong knowledge of electrical systems, PLCs, and automation.

  • Experience working in or supporting a 24/7 production plant is highly desirable.

  • Strong planning, coordination, and communication skills.

  • Hands-on mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving ability.

  • Good command of English (Dutch is an advantage).


What We Offer

  • A challenging and varied role within a growing MedTech company.

  • Salary up to €5,500 per month, excluding 8% holiday allowance.

  • Deta-vast contract with the opportunity for a permanent position.

  • Opportunities for professional development and training.

  • A modern, high-tech working environment with a focus on innovation, quality, and teamwork.