Mechatronics Engineer

As a Mechatronics Engineer, you will take full responsibility from start to finish for developing, refining, and debugging PLC programs for our machine-building projects. You will experience the satisfaction of seeing your creations come to life daily in a unique environment where our products are assembled and tested.You will thrive in a collaborative, yout…

You are an ideal fit for Quooker because you...approach work with a structured and analytical mindset persevere until every detail is finalized engage in effective collaboration across teams and communicate technical changes clearly As a Product Engineer at Quooker, you will drive the enhancement of our existing product line. You will initiate, analyze, and implement technical modifications, translating challenges into thoughtful design improvements. Your independent work ethic will empower you to take ownership of finding optimal solutions, always considering functionality, performance, manufacturability, cost efficiency, quality, and compliance.You will oversee the implications of changes throughout the entire process, from product development to production and supply chain service. It's your responsibility to ensure that everything is in order before implementation. By closely collaborating with departments such as Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Service, you will bridge various disciplines, ensuring alignment with selected solutions.Additionally, you will investigate production and field issues, addressing them at their root. Analyzing and translating these challenges into sustainable design enhancements is key—your focus will be on genuine improvements rather than taking the easiest path.Your role will also include designing and optimizing components and assemblies, managing technical specifications within our PLM system, and ensuring that all modifications are documented accurately and comprehensively.What can you expect from us?A culture centered around you, where appreciation and constructive feedback ensure you always know your standing.Investment in your professional growth through training programs and personalized coaching.Hybrid working model: 4 days at our office in Ridderkerk and 1 day from home.A unique work environment where you can see your ideas materialize.Opportunity to work with sustainable products and contribute to recycling initiatives.

As a PLC Software Engineer, you'll take full ownership of developing, enhancing, and debugging PLC programs for our innovative machine-building projects.You thrive on the energy of seeing your creations come to life every day in a unique environment where our products are assembled and tested!Enjoy working in a vibrant, youthful, and dynamic team where hard work is balanced with camaraderie.In this role, you will be responsible for the entire development process of PLC programs, primarily using structured text (ST), and you will program PLCs, robots, and test systems that assemble and test our Quooker products. You will work with leading brands such as Beckhoff, Phoenix Contact, and Kuka, while contributing to the machines that Quooker designs and builds in-house. You will be involved from the engineering phase, helping to define requirements and independently develop solutions.Your work environment will be directly on the production floor, allowing you to see the tangible results of your efforts alongside your colleagues. Not only will you have the opportunity to improve our processes, but your friendly coworkers will also challenge you to continually strive for excellence.

Are you passionate about enhancing the quality of production lines? As a Quality Production Engineer at Quooker, you will take on the exciting responsibility of continuously improving our production quality. You will leverage your investigative drive to achieve proven results, thinking outside the box and inspiring others with your innovative ideas.Quooker is experiencing significant growth, with over 500,000 products manufactured annually at our Ridderkerk facility and sold worldwide. Our commitment to exceeding customer expectations makes product quality our top priority. In this role, you will directly contribute to our quality initiatives by analyzing data to identify opportunities for both short- and long-term improvements. You will establish systems to work risk-based and document processes meticulously.Collaborating with R&D and Manufacturing Engineers, you will explore improvement opportunities at both product and machine levels, devising solutions for the product and production process. To validate these enhancements, you will create necessary test setups, develop test plans, and gather data to achieve proven outcomes.In addition to your technical expertise, you'll apply your organizational skills to implement and secure processes within our production environment. You will be responsible for one of our production lines within a Core Team, working alongside a Manufacturing Engineer and a Production Team Leader. Your role will also involve close collaboration with various internal departments, suppliers, and external partners such as machine builders.

As a Lead Mechanical Engineer, you will guide machine construction projects from inception to completion, leveraging your extensive experience to effectively lead the project team.Your technical insight will enable you to develop functional and feasible machine designs that meet project requirements. As a seasoned mentor, you will actively contribute to knowledge sharing, elevating the skills of fellow engineers.Your responsibilities include overseeing the technical design and drafting of machine components using 3D CAD software (SolidWorks), ensuring the technical dossier meets quality standards. You will provide clear process descriptions for Mechatronics and PLC engineers, ensuring seamless integration with your mechanical designs.Additionally, as the Project Manager, you will establish and monitor project timelines, manage project-related procurement, and regularly report on progress. You will guide team members and serve as a resource for internal and external stakeholders, reviewing designs for feasibility and functionality, and advising on supplier selection.This role offers a blend of responsibilities in both mechanical engineering and project management within a technology-driven environment, where many innovations are designed and built by Quooker colleagues. You may even find yourself training assembly staff on the machines you’ve designed, now actively operating within our facility!

Contribute to the growth of Quooker through meaningful project work during your internship.Embrace challenges and seek innovative solutions.Gain hands-on experience by being present on-site, witnessing and shaping the production process firsthand.As part of the Mechanical Engineering team, you will have a unique opportunity to work with the machinery that manufactures Quookers. Your responsibilities will involve designing and enhancing these machines, starting with 3D modeling followed by the creation of detailed 2D drawings. After fabrication, you will have the chance to install and test your designs collaboratively.

As a Security Engineer at Quooker, you will leverage your IT security expertise to ensure our information security policy is robust and current. Your analytical mindset enables you to swiftly process and evaluate complex information, while your curiosity and decisiveness empower you to respond effectively to emerging risks and developments.In this role, you will contribute to a continuously innovating organization by designing, developing, and maintaining security systems that protect our products, processes, and data. You will ensure that our information security policy adapts to new risks and aligns with the ambitions of an internationally recognized brand. You view new security developments not as obstacles but as opportunities for enhancement and innovation.Your daily tasks will involve working with modern security tools, conducting system tests, and translating risks into tangible technical solutions. Collaborating with your IT colleagues and other stakeholders, you will ensure these solutions are seamlessly integrated within the organization. Your clear communication style will help you articulate complex topics in a way that is comprehensible to colleagues at all levels of Quooker.Whether you are an experienced Security Engineer or looking to advance your career, your eagerness to learn and drive to innovate will set you apart. At Quooker, you will have the opportunity to grow, contribute to a future-proof security environment, and make a significant impact on a brand that shines in kitchens worldwide. Together, we will elevate our security measures, and we will support you in advancing your career.

At Quooker, we pride ourselves on developing and producing everything in-house, from the initial sketch to the machines that create our products. To continuously enhance the efficiency, speed, and safety of our production machinery, we are seeking an Engineering Manager who will elevate our machine factory and engineering projects to the next level.In this pivotal role, you will lead the engineering team responsible for developing, improving, and realizing production machines and processes. You will ensure that our machine factory remains agile and can swiftly adapt to Quooker's growth while guaranteeing that all we create adheres to the highest technical and quality standards. Additionally, we aim to professionalize and effectively implement Lean Six Sigma within our engineering processes, with you steering this initiative.Key Responsibilities:Monitor technological advancements in manufacturing and machinery construction.Identify innovative opportunities that contribute to more efficient and robust production processes.Oversee the development and introduction of new machines and production tools.Establish and maintain standards for engineering projects and machine development.Plan and allocate design and engineering activities within the team.Track progress, technical decisions, and costs within engineering projects.Ensure that new production tools are available on time to increase production capacity.Collaborate with Operations to successfully implement new solutions.

Why You Should Join Quooker!You will establish a robust and scalable software foundation that ensures our products remain innovative and future-ready, leveraging your embedded systems expertise.Your insights will play a pivotal role in continuously enhancing our software products.You possess the creativity and technical acumen to effectively implement Quooker’s software, firmware libraries, and algorithms.As a Mid-Level Embedded Software Engineer within our Research & Development team, you will be responsible for designing and developing embedded software for microcontrollers in Quooker products. You will enhance existing products and explore, analyze, and apply new techniques for future innovations. You will independently develop software for your specific projects while also contributing to broader software enhancements within the R&D team. In collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, you will devise intelligent solutions leveraging the diverse expertise of your colleagues.What We Offer YouA culture that prioritizes you, where appreciation and feedback are integral, ensuring you are always aligned with your performance.Opportunities for professional growth through training programs and personalized coaching.A hybrid working arrangement: 4 days in our Ridderkerk office and 1 day at home.A unique workplace where you can see your ideas take shape and make a real impact.Engagement with sustainable products and initiatives to recycle old products.Daily fresh fruit and healthy, affordable meals in our company restaurant.Social events, team outings, and celebrations.A vitality program along with a €25 monthly sports allowance.27 vacation days, with the option to buy an additional 10 days each year to recharge.A generous staff discount that allows you to enjoy the convenience of a Quooker at home.

Leverage your fresh perspective to explore innovative technologies that will prepare our Quookers for the future.Your curiosity drives you to understand how our product functions and its potential failure points.Collaborate with our expert team and utilize our state-of-the-art equipment to test technologies integrated into our products.As an intern in Mechatronics or Mechanical Engineering, you will join the verification team within the R&D (Research & Development) department, responsible for developing tests and testing equipment for our latest product innovations. Our projects typically focus on sensors, actuators, and control technology, while also aligning with the educational requirements of your internship or research. We will discuss your interests and how they align with our research directions. You will be supported by experienced colleagues who have backgrounds similar to your own.Quooker boasts various workshops equipped with extensive prototyping and testing facilities, alongside a wide array of sensors to analyze product performance. Our young and dynamic team is ready to assist you throughout your internship journey!

Utilizing your innovative perspective, you will explore cutting-edge technologies that will prepare Quooker for the future.You will enjoy applying these technologies to our products alongside our expert team and utilizing our state-of-the-art equipment.Role OverviewAs an intern in electrical engineering, you will join the Electronics Product Development (EPD) department. We offer various projects that extend beyond just electrical engineering; adjacent fields like Technical Computer Science are also welcome.Our projects typically focus on sensors, actuators, measurement & control technology, or communication protocols. We consider the requirements of your educational program in every assignment or research project. Together, we will identify your interests and align them with our research directions. You will receive guidance from experienced colleagues who are professionals in your field and often share the same educational background.Quooker boasts an advanced electrical laboratory equipped with extensive prototyping and testing capabilities, including soldering tools and EMC measurement equipment. Furthermore, we have a wide range of tools available to assist you during software (firmware) development, such as logic analyzers and professional debuggers. Our young and dynamic team is ready to support you throughout your internship!

Ben jij op zoek naar een inspirerende stage in een dynamische werkomgeving?Heb je een nieuwsgierige geest en de drive om waardevolle kennis op te doen?Met jouw enthousiasme ben je klaar om projecten tot leven te brengen en te realiseren.Bij Quooker zijn we op zoek naar een gemotiveerde stagiair Bouwkunde die vanaf september kan bijdragen aan een spannend project. We staan op het punt een nieuwe fabriek te ontwikkelen en de inrichting van alle bijbehorende afdelingen in één nieuw gebouw te realiseren. Deze stage biedt jou de kans om mee te denken en bij te dragen aan het ontwerp.Tijdens de stage ga je aan de slag met vragen zoals:• Hoe en waar plaatsen we de waterkamer en gereedschapsmakerij?• Welke afdelingen moeten dicht bij elkaar worden ingericht?• Hoe kunnen we de indeling zo logisch, efficiënt en toekomstbestendig mogelijk maken?Met onze groei en de samenvoeging van verschillende locaties tot één grote vestiging, ligt er een mooie kans voor iemand die praktisch meedenkt en oplossingen visualiseert.

At Quooker, your ideas and insights are truly valued.Utilize your fresh perspective to further develop products for the international market.Enjoy access to extensive prototyping facilities, including various 3D printers.We offer ongoing internship and co-op opportunities, with the next start date available in September 2026.You will join diverse teams exploring future product directions, improving existing products, researching new manufacturing techniques, or designing machines. Our young and dynamic R&D team values freedom and independence in the workplace.