Sensor Engineer at Lely

Maassluis, South Holland, Netherlands -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 May, 26

Salary

7100.0

Posted On

16 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sensor Concept Development, Requirement Definition, Mechanical Design Review, Electrical Design Review, Experiment Design, Validation, Data Acquisition, Measurement Principles, Problem Solving, Structured Approach, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Communication, Multidisciplinary Collaboration, Robotics, AI Integration

Industry

Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Beschrijving van het bedrijf At Lely, we believe in achieving a sustainable, profitable and agreeable future for dairy farmers by combining robotisation, engineering and farming expertise. It all started with a dream cherished by two brothers in Maassluis over 75 years ago, and ever since, we have worked to become innovative market leaders in automated systems for dairy farmers across the globe. With a team of more than 2,800 professional specialists, we work constantly to bring about revolutionary solutions for the agro industry. We are based at our Maassluis Campus, a building which features the highest sustainability performance possible, not just in the Netherlands, but on a global scale. Our overall objective: making dairy farming interesting, also for the coming generations. Functieomschrijving As a Sensor Engineer at Lely, you play a key role in shaping the data-driven intelligence of our robotic solutions. Sensors are at the heart of our products: they enable accurate measurement, informed decision-making, and reliable automation in areas such as milking, feeding, and cow monitoring. In this role, you contribute across the full sensor development lifecycle, from defining requirements and exploring concepts to testing solutions and supporting production. You work closely with colleagues from mechanical, electrical, software, and AI disciplines to ensure that sensor technologies are well-integrated, robust, and future-proof. Your work has a direct impact on animal welfare, farm efficiency, and sustainability. By improving how data is captured and interpreted, you help create solutions that support healthier cows, reduce waste, and enable farmers to work more effectively. Your main responsibilities: Developing sensor concepts in line with Lely’s product and technology roadmaps. Translating measurement needs into clear, well-founded technical requirements. Reviewing mechanical and electrical designs to ensure optimal sensor performance and integration. Designing and executing experiments to validate sensor functionality, using a structured and learning-oriented approach. Supporting verification and validation activities to ensure sensor systems meet quality and industry standards. Collaborating closely with hardware testers, animal and farming experts, and data & AI specialists to continuously improve sensor applications. Functie-eisen You are motivated by solving complex technical challenges and enjoy working in multidisciplinary environments where knowledge is shared and ideas are explored together. You combine analytical thinking with a hands-on mindset and value clarity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. You bring: A completed Master’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline, such as Electronics, Mechatronics, or Physics. At least 5 years of experience in sensor system development, integration, or testing. Broad knowledge of sensor technologies, measurement principles, and data acquisition methods. Experience in setting up experiments and analyzing measurement data to validate performance and reliability. Strong problem-solving skills and a structured approach to development and testing. The ability to document insights clearly and communicate findings to a diverse group of stakeholders. Aanvullende informatie Working at Lely means contributing to sustainable progress within one of the most innovative organizations in the Netherlands. You help make the agricultural sector more futureproof, and we ensure you have the space, resources, and support to do so. • An international work environment that values collaboration, initiative, and diverse perspectives. • A culture that encourages learning, experimentation, and ownership of ideas. • Excellent employment conditions, including up to 8 weeks of vacation per year and a strong pension scheme. • A salary range of €5,000 – €7,100 gross per month, with clear opportunities for growth within the scale. • Full ownership of your own development, with access to a wide range of courses through the Lely Academy. • Daily access to outstanding sports facilities at the Lely Campus: an indoor gym, outdoor padel courts, basketball and volleyball courts, table tennis, and table football. You can join Hyrox workouts or sign up for personal training and challenge your colleagues during an active break. • Fresh coffee and tea from our own barista (with milk from our own farm) and a healthy, affordable company restaurant. Work-life balance • A healthy work-life balance thanks to our hybrid working policy: you work at least three days a week on Campus, with flexible hours and plenty of opportunity to spend additional time onsite (between 06:00 and 20:00). • A free shuttle bus that takes you to and from the metro station in Maassluis, ensuring your workday starts and ends smoothly. • And of course: we love to celebrate! Whether it’s an anniversary or the annual Christmas party. At Lely, we know how to do it. For an impression of our events, take a look at this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6WA3e0WHbxE We are also proud that our vision and efforts have been recognized with the Rotterdam Entrepreneurs Award 2025. Recruitment & selection agency, consultancy, and/or staffing agency? We appreciate the interest, but we recruit all our candidates directly. We understand that as intermediaries, you want to present candidates for our great positions and contribute to our ambitions, but this is not how we have set up our recruitment process. This means that all unsolicited profiles offered on Lely vacancies will be treated as direct applications.

Responsibilities

The Sensor Engineer will develop sensor concepts aligned with product roadmaps, translate measurement needs into technical requirements, and review hardware designs for optimal sensor integration. Responsibilities also include designing and executing validation experiments and collaborating with cross-functional teams like hardware, AI, and farming experts.