Rens de Lange
Product Architect / Project Engineer
About Rens
“I have been working at MST Group for three years now. As Project Engineer / Product architect I work on a variety of projects, from developing autonomous driving technology to large machines such as HDD (Horizontal Direction Drill) for infrastructure projects. The variety and challenging projects give me the space to really use my knowledge, which I find incredibly valuable.
From idea to realization
At MST Group we follow the Lean Engineering principle which is the basis for our project approach but in addition you get the freedom to apply it yourself in your project approach. A good example of this is how we apply lean engineering: you start by asking the customer questions, make function trees and matrixes to clarify choices and support the customer in making well-founded choices, and only then do you start on the detailed design. This approach ensures that you not only achieve a good result faster, but that everyone in the project understands why certain choices were made and that the end result is actually what the customer is looking for.
Innovation at MST Group
What many people don't know is how much innovation is involved at MST Group. We work on very nice projects for large companies, and you also often visit the (end) customer on location, sometimes even internationally. For example, I worked on a project for an autonomous driving truck, where I regularly went to Sweden to discuss the project and the results. These international contacts are also a nice aspect of my work that I would not want to miss.
Room for development
What makes MST Group attractive to me as an employer is the space you get to develop yourself and the responsibility you soon get. If you need guidance, it is always there. At the beginning of the HDD project, I stepped into the middle of the process, and then we had several sparring sessions to determine together how best to approach the project. That openness and willingness of management to support you is really a plus.
A tip for you
I have one important tip for new colleagues: be clear about your ambitions and show initiative. A lot is possible here, but you have to indicate yourself where you want to go ”
Falke Hendriks
Functional Safety Manager
About Falke
"I have been working as a Functional Safety Manager at MST Group for a year now. With my background in mechanical medical engineering and biomedical technology, I truly enjoy applying my technical knowledge and analytical skills to contribute to a better world.
The power of analysis
In my role, the focus is on identifying and mapping out customer issues. It’s my responsibility to analyze thoroughly, recognize the bottlenecks, and communicate as clearly as possible what needs to be done. I find it very rewarding when I can define problems in a clear way, so that both the team and the client can move forward with the solution.
As a consultant, you work with an independent perspective. I can look objectively at a client’s situation and, from that distance, provide the best possible advice. That advisory process often involves creating awareness, guiding the client to truly understand what is happening. In this role, I’ve also gained a new appreciation for consultancy—not only do you solve problems, but you also help clients make strategic decisions and safeguard safety.
In addition, I am currently involved in shaping our internal vision and roadmap: what direction do we want to take as a company? And how can I already prepare to ensure future projects get off to a smooth start? Those are the kinds of questions I’m currently working on as well.
Work the way it works for you
What makes MST Group special is the freedom you get to shape your work in your own way. One of my colleagues, for example, loves constantly switching between tasks and trying new things, while I prefer to work on long-term projects where I can really dive deep. At MST Group, both approaches are possible, and there is genuine attention to what you enjoy most. There’s also a strong focus on maintaining a healthy work-life balance. They really look at who you are, what your strengths are, and how you can put those to use.
A tip for you
My advice for new colleagues is: take your time to get to know people, and don’t rush into work too quickly. By talking to everyone, you’ll get to know the company and its culture in the best way.”
Nico Das
AGV Program Manager
About Nico
“I have been working at MST Group since 2024 as AGV Program Manager. My background is in automotive engineering and strategy, and those two worlds come together very nicely here. I partly work as a strategy consultant for clients and I am also responsible for our internal AGV program. That combination makes my role very diverse: from conducting market research and building business cases to shaping a concrete new product in the logistics sector.”
From question to concrete plan
“What I really like at MST is that you are truly involved from the very start of new initiatives. For the AGV project, I began with questions like: what does the market actually need, and what should the business model look like? From there, you translate it into a concrete plan that the engineers can start working with. That way, you make sure that what we develop is not only technically strong but also really aligned with the customer’s needs.
You see the same approach in my strategy consulting work. My very first project at MST was also the very first strategy assignment the company had ever done. The fact that the client came back to us afterwards was a great confirmation for me that our approach works and really adds value.”
Pioneering in new markets
“AGVs are a relatively new market for us, and it feels special to be pioneering in this field together with colleagues. We continuously test ideas with customers and experts, for example at trade fairs and international events. We even went to London to validate our concept with people who have been in the industry for years. Their positive feedback gave us the confidence that we are on the right track.
Also, when working on client projects, you’re often dealing with highly innovative challenges. You help them make choices about new markets or product categories, and that always goes beyond just the technology. That mix of strategy and innovation makes my work incredibly dynamic.”
Growing with MST Group
“What makes MST attractive is that you have the freedom to share your ideas – and something is actually done with them. I have direct contact with the founders and can always give my opinion, which often leads to valuable discussions. That level of openness and trust is rare, and it makes you develop quickly as a professional.
I also learn a lot from the experienced colleagues here. There are people who truly belong to the top of their field. For young professionals, that’s an enormous opportunity: you can accelerate your career by learning from such experts.
And because MST is still relatively small, you also get the chance to grow with the company. If MST grows to one hundred employees, the people who join now will be the ones stepping into leadership roles. For anyone with ambition, this is the perfect moment to join.”
An international culture
“What I really appreciate is MST’s international mindset. I studied and worked in England myself, and I notice that my experience and perspective are genuinely valued here. Even though Dutch is often the working language among colleagues, people immediately switch to English as soon as I join the conversation. We also have other international colleagues, so I never feel left out.
The company has a clear ambition to further grow its international team. That shows that MST is not only open to diversity but is also actively investing in it. For international professionals, that makes it a very accessible and welcoming place to work.”
A tip for you
“If you are interested in MST, I would recommend not only sending an application but also reaching out via LinkedIn. A short conversation helps you discover whether our ambitions and your goals match. And it also gives you a head start in the application process.
MST is a place where you can learn fast, where you really get the space to take initiative, and where you can contribute to building something new. If that appeals to you, this is the right moment to step in.”