Team Lead Assembly & Testfield (MicroCT)

Location: Kontich, Belgium

Company

hirify.global develops scientific instruments and analytical and diagnostic solutions for life science, materials research, microscopy, industrial research, and semiconductor metrology.

What you will do

• Lead, coach, and develop the Assembly & Test teams.
• Oversee mechanical and electrical assembly, system integration, software configuration, testing, validation, calibration, and shipment readiness of MicroCT systems.
• Ensure production targets, quality standards, delivery commitments, safety, and regulatory requirements are achieved.
• Drive troubleshooting, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and process improvements.
• Monitor performance metrics and improve efficiency, quality, and productivity.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Service teams on production goals, new product introductions, manufacturing readiness, and engineering changes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Electromechanics, Computer Science, Physics, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in high-tech instrumentation, system testing, manufacturing engineering, or a similar technical environment.
• Strong expertise in system integration, validation, and troubleshooting of hardware and software.
• Experience with quality systems, regulated environments, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong focus on operational excellence, accountability, and results.
• Effective mentoring, problem-solving, decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Analytical, structured, and solution-oriented mindset.
• Fluent Dutch and English with strong communication skills.

Nice to have

• Prior experience leading technical or operational teams.
• Knowledge of X-ray imaging systems, analytical instrumentation, or mass spectrometry.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a high-tech scientific instrumentation environment.
• Focus on accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and employee development.
• Maintain a safe, organized, quality-focused work environment.