Senior HR Business Partner

Frencken Mechatronics Europe is part of the global Frencken Group, a leading developer and manufacturer of high-precision, complex mechatronic systems for the semiconductor, medical, analytical, and industrial automation industries. Our success is driven by innovation, deep technical knowledge, and a strong commitment to operational excellence.

Impact of the role:

As HR Business Partner at Frencken Mechatronics Europe, you will play a pivotal role in aligning our people's strategy with business objectives. You translate strategic HR topics into concrete, actionable plans, and support managers throughout execution. You act as a trusted sparring partner, combining tactical focus with long-term impact in a high-tech, dynamic environment.

In this role you will report to the HR Director Europe & US and be part of the HR MT.

You will be based primarily in Eindhoven, but one day per week you will be required to work at our Reuver office.

What you will be doing:

Strategic Workforce Planning & Organizational Design

• You translate business goals into workforce and team structure plans, advising on headcount, flex-to-perm ratios, and succession planning. You analyze team dynamics and support organizational restructuring where needed, balancing capacity, cost, and growth potential.

Talent Development & Retention

• You identify talent and support leaders in shaping growth paths, development plans, and internal mobility. You coordinate onboarding, feedback, and learning initiatives, while also addressing retention risks proactively.

HR Projects & Change Enablement

• You lead or co-lead key HR initiatives, from performance management to talent programs. You ensure practical implementation, build buy-in, and work closely with the business to embed improvements.

People Advisory & Case Support

• You support leaders with complex people cases, such as absenteeism or performance issues. You act as a sparring partner while encouraging accountability and sound decision-making.

Data & HR Operations

• You use HR data to identify trends and guide priorities. You ensure smooth execution of core HR processes and collaborate with HR Services and Payroll to strengthen operational foundations.

Who You Are:

You are a pragmatic HR partner who combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution. You enjoy working closely with managers and teams, guiding them through people challenges with clarity and ownership.

You feel at home in a technical, fast-paced environment where not everything is set in stone, and you see that as an opportunity to build and improve. You're confident in addressing complex cases, while also helping others grow in their HR maturity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field such as Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration — or equivalent experience gained in a dynamic, technical environment.
• 5+ years of experience as HR Business Partner or in a comparable senior HR role, ideally in a high-tech or manufacturing environment.
• Additional knowledge of Dutch labor law, organizational change or HR analytics is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and coaching skills — able to connect with both team leads and senior management.
• You have experience leading or contributing to HR projects and improving people processes.
• Familiarity with systems such as Workday is a plus.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to turn insights into action.
• Fluent in both Dutch and English (spoken and written) – essential for success in this role.

Why Join Us?

At Frencken Mechatronics Europe, you'll be part of an innovative, international environment where your ideas matter. We foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, and we're committed to developing both our technology and our people.

We are in an exciting phase of professionalization, where your contribution can shape the future of how we work and lead. You'll have the opportunity to bring structure, support cultural change, and work closely with a committed leadership team

We believe in rewarding our team, so you'll enjoy 27 vacation days plus 13 ADV days, along with an 8% holiday allowance and a profit-sharing bonus.

We also offer a pension plan through PME and flexible working hours to help maintain a healthy work-life balance.