Sensor Engineer

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.