Lead Engineer Electronics

At Lely, innovation is at the core of everything we do. Our mission is to make the lives of dairy farmers easier and more sustainable, and we believe that smart electronics are essential to achieving that. As Lead Engineer Electronics, you’re not only guiding the design and development of electronic systems—you’re helping shape the future of high-tech dairy farming.

You’ll be leading a talented and diverse team of electronic engineers within our Competence Center Electronics & Platforms. From juniors just starting out to seasoned professionals, your team relies on your technical direction and motivational leadership. Together, you’ll cover the entire development cycle—from first concepts to product validation.

In this role, you are the bridge between strategic ambitions and technical execution. You collaborate with departments across Lely, ensuring integration, innovation, and impact in everything you develop.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Leading the development and testing of electronic systems for our agricultural machinery.
• Managing and mentoring a team of 7 to 12 engineers with varying levels of experience.
• Stimulating innovation and applying the latest technologies to enhance our product portfolio.
• Ensuring cross-functional collaboration for seamless integration of electronics in our systems,
• Driving improvements in product performance, reliability, and efficiency, while maintaining the life-cycle of our products.
• Supporting both the technical growth and career development of your team members.
• Steer and interact with our external suppliers and partners, supporting our supply chain departments.

This unique role blends visionary leadership with hands-on engineering. You won’t just manage projects—you’ll help set the direction for future generations of sustainable, farmer-focused technology.

Opportunities for Growth: This position offers significant growth opportunities, with the potential to grow to a head function within 2-3 years. We are committed to supporting your professional development and providing a clear career path to leadership roles.