Full Professor in High-Precision Mechatronics Systems

Are you inspired by advancing electromechanics and power electronics for next-generation high-tech systems? Join us as Professor in High-Precision Mechatronics Systems at the Electrical Engineering department in a group of 60+ researchers with 680 m2 of lab space, and drive innovation!

Introduction

High-precision mechatronic systems are essential to the Dutch economy, powering leading industries such as semiconductors, medical technology, and advanced manufacturing. The Netherlands has built a strong global position with companies like ASML, VDL, Philips, and Thermo Fisher, where extreme accuracy and reliability are critical for innovation and competitiveness.

Core to this field is multi-physical system-level modeling, enabling engineers to predict and optimize system behavior across electrical, magnetic, mechanical, and thermal domains. Technologies such as multi-degree-of-freedom systems (e.g., maglev planar motors, robotics exoskeletons, magnetically levitated implantable pumps) enable contactless, flexible motion for high-precision applications and sterile medical environments.

Amid rising system complexity and sustainability demands, continued investment in R&D and talent is vital. By advancing high-precision mechatronics, the Netherlands safeguards its technological leadership and delivers innovations that strengthen the economy and improve healthcare worldwide.

Group

The Electromechanics (EM) Lab, part of the Electromechanics and Power Electronics (EPE) group at TU/e, is internationally recognized for its contributions to high-precision mechatronics. We focus on novel electromagnetic and electromechanical architectures—such as over-actuated, non-periodic, quasi-symmetrical, and reconfigurable designs—that enable unprecedented accuracy, flexibility, anijkth directly impacts semiconductor motion systems, precision medical devices, advanced robotics, and emerging automotive concepts. The EM Lab collaborates closely with industry and multidisciplinary research centers such as the Casimir Institute and Eindhoven Artificial Intelligence Systems Institute (EAISI), fostering synergy between fundamental science and industrial application.

Job Description

As a Full Professor, you will:

• Conduct independent, world-class research relevant to academia, industry, and government.
• Design and validate innovative electromagnetic actuation systems, advanced drive technologies, and integrated cyber-physical solutions.
• Deliver and maintain assigned components of the educational program, integrating innovative methods such as Challenge-Based Learning.
• Supervise PhD and EngD researchers, strengthening the link between research and education.
• Provide guidance and support to academic staff in conducting research.
• Lead workgroups, committees, or project teams within the department.
• Actively pursue secondary and tertiary funding streams, including national and European initiatives.
• Play a leading role in interdisciplinary collaborations, both within TU/e and with external partners.

In this role, you will contribute to the ambition of the Beethoven program to educate top talent and strengthen research across the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).

Job Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• A PhD in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Applied Physics, Materials Science, or a closely related field.
• An established research reputation in advanced mechatronics and/or cyber-physical systems, evidenced by publications in leading journals and conferences.
• Proven affinity with teaching at bachelor, master, and PhD levels; willingness to obtain the University Teaching Qualification.
• Expertise in high-power-density electrical actuation/drive systems (linear, planar, rotary), with strong emphasis on optimization, efficiency, scalability, and reliability.
• Experience in multi-domain modeling, analytical methods, and/or control of nonlinear MIMO mechatronic systems.
• Strong experience in experimental validation using state-of-the-art measurement systems.
• A robust national and international network, proven through collaborations and joint projects.
• Demonstrated ability to secure research funding (national and European programs such as TTW, NWO, Horizon Europe, ERC).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills, with potential to build and lead a research team.

Applicants should have proven expertise in at least three of the following topics:

• High-accuracy electromechanical linear and multi-DoF planar magnetic levitation systems
• Electromagnetic systems for medical and robotics applications
• High-voltage and superconducting motor technologies
• Advanced conducting and magnetic materials
• Nonlinear eddy-current and hysteresis analysis
• Ultrafast 2D/3D modeling of electromagnetic fields
• Optimal design of electromagnetic systems
• Thermal management strategies for electrical actuation systems

Conditions of Employment

A meaningful job in a dynamic and ambitious university, in an interdisciplinary setting and within an international network. You will work on a beautiful, green campus within walking distance of the central train station. In addition, we offer you:

• Salary in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities. For a Full Professor the range of the gross salary is (scale HL2/HL1) € 7,202 to max. € 12.584 per month (on a full-time basis).
• A year-end bonus of 8.3% and annual vacation pay of 8%.
• A dedicated mentoring program to help you get to know the university and the Dutch (research) environment.
• A Development Track with the prospect of becoming an Associate Professor. If you have a more senior profile, a tailor-made career proposal will be considered.
• High-quality training programs for academic leadership and teaching.
• An excellent technical infrastructure, on-campus children's day care and sports facilities.
• Partially paid parental leave and an allowance for commuting, working from home and internet costs.
• A Staff Immigration Team is available for international candidates, as are a tax compensation scheme (the 30% facility) and partner career support.

About us

Eindhoven University of Technology is a leading international university within the Brainport region where scientific curiosity meets a hands-on mindset. We work in an open and collaborative way with high-tech industries to tackle complex societal challenges. Our responsible and respectful approach ensures impact — today and in the future. TU/e is home to over 13,000 students and more than 7,000 staff, forming a diverse and vibrant academic community.

Information

Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to know more? Please contact the hiring manager prof. dr. Elena Lomonova, Full Professor at TU/e, via E.Lomonova@tue.nl or +31 40 247 3573.

Visit our website for more information about the application process or the conditions of employment. You can also contact Thomas Slegers, Senior Recruiter, t.slegers@tue.nl or +31 6 1483 5214.

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Application

We invite you to submit a complete application. The application should include a:

• Cover letter in which you describe your motivation and qualifications for the position.
• Curriculum vitae, including a list of your publications and the contact information of three references. Kindly note that we may reach out to references at any stage of the recruitment process. We recommend notifying your references upon submitting your application.
• Description of your scientific interests and plans (1-2 pages).
• Statement of your teaching goals and experience (1-2 pages).

Ensure that you submit all the requested application documents. Please note that incomplete applications may not be considered and could be rejected.

Recruitment process:

We look forward to receiving your application at the latest February 27 24:00h CET, 2026. The recruitment process will include the following sequential selection rounds:

• Online interviews with the selection committee.
• Candidates’ day on our campus, including interviews and introduction program to get to know the group, the department and our university and a formal interview with a Recruitment Advisory Committee.

Please note 

• You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post. 
• A pre-employment screening (e.g. knowledge security check) can be part of the selection procedure. For more information on the knowledge security check, please consult the National Knowledge Security Guidelines.
• Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.