Mechanical Engineer at Saur Europe

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jun, 26

Salary

3637.0

Posted On

10 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical Design, Concept Development, Prototyping, Validation, Scalable Installations, Technical Documentation, QA/QC Inspections, Autodesk Software, 2D Modelling, 3D Modelling, Standards and Regulations, Multidisciplinary Collaboration, Technical Coordination, Membrane Installation Guidance

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Join #MissionWater At PWNT, part of Nijhuis Saur Industries and the Saur Group, you will work on the future of drinking water. As a frontrunner in sustainable purification, we develop innovative solutions that give water the value it deserves. Together with a dedicated team, you deliver impactful results for water utilities worldwide, driven by expertise, collaboration, and passion. Your talent makes the difference. Ready to shape the future of drinking water? Start your journey as a Mechanical Engineer at PWNT. Your Mission As a Mechanical Engineer at PWNT, you play a key role in realizing our innovative water treatment solutions. You are responsible not only for the technical design, but also for the quality, manufacturability, and practical applicability of your designs within our projects. You will work within the Project Engineering & Development group in Amsterdam (at least three days per week on-site) and focus on our proprietary technologies: SIX®, ILCA® and CeraMac®. You are involved from the very first sketch: from concept development and prototyping to validation and ultimately translating designs into fully scalable installations. You collaborate closely with fellow engineers, project managers, suppliers, and clients, acting as the technical point of contact within your discipline. With your understanding of mechanical design, standards, and regulations, you create solutions that are technically strong, sustainable, and practically feasible. In this role, you have the freedom to conduct independent research, explore new ideas, and implement improvements. You work in a close-knit international team with extensive expertise, where knowledge sharing and collaboration are central. The projects are complex, innovative, and internationally oriented — no two days are the same. You work with the latest technologies in a rapidly growing market where water quality and sustainability are becoming increasingly important. What You Will Do • Develop and elaborate mechanical engineering solutions that meet the needs of our customers and projects. • Manage and further develop PWNT’s existing and future technologies from a mechanical perspective. • Perform QA/QC inspections at both national and international suppliers to ensure technical quality. • Prepare technical documentation, including specifications, installation manuals, and maintenance manuals. • Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary project teams and contribute to smooth technical coordination between all stakeholders. • Provide guidance during membrane installation activities on-site. About You • A completed bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a comparable technical field. • Excellent command of the English language; knowledge of Dutch is an advantage. • Demonstrable experience with 2D and 3D modelling and drafting; experience with Autodesk software is a strong plus. • At least three years of relevant work experience as a Mechanical Engineer. • Flexible, proactive, and able to work effectively with changing tasks and project priorities. • Affinity with or experience in water treatment technologies is a plus. • Willingness to travel internationally on occasion for projects or supplier visits. Working with us means You will receive a gross monthly salary between €3,178 and €3,637 based on a 40‑hour workweek, depending on the knowledge and experience you bring. You are entitled to 25 vacation days, giving you plenty of time to recharge. You benefit from flexible working hours and the option to work from home two days per week. When you join us, you start with a temporary contract without a probation period. Not because we have doubts, but because we believe you perform at your best when we take the time to get to know each other properly. You can also count on: • Travel allowance for commuting • A pension scheme via ABP • Strong focus on your professional growth and development • A buddy who helps you find your way in the organization from day one Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not necessary. We have our own Talent Acquisition team actively searching for new colleagues. Unsolicited profiles or CVs will therefore be considered direct applications. Join our #missionwater

Responsibilities

The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for the technical design, quality, manufacturability, and practical applicability of innovative water treatment solutions, focusing on proprietary technologies like SIX®, ILCA®, and CeraMac® from concept through to scalable installations. This involves developing mechanical engineering solutions, managing existing and future technologies from a mechanical perspective, performing QA/QC inspections, preparing technical documentation, and providing guidance during on-site installation activities.