Product Engineer - Maternity Cover

We are seeking a Product Engineer to support products throughout their lifecycle, from New Product Introduction (NPI) to mass production and sustaining activities. In this role, you will work closely with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations to ensure products are reliable, manufacturable, cost-effective, and compliant with quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Support products through NPI, production ramp-up, and sustaining engineering activities.
• Lead technical investigations, aid Jigs design for manufacturing, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective actions.
• Drive Engineering Change Orders (ECOs/ECRs) and assess impact on manufacturing and supply chain.
• Provide engineering support to manufacturing and resolve complex technical issues.
• Manage product documentation, BOMs, and configurations in PLM/ERP systems.
• Lead validation and qualification activities related to product and process changes.
• Support suppliers and contract manufacturers to resolve technical challenges.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, yield improvement, and process optimization.

Skills

• B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Sustaining Engineering, or NPI.
• Experience with SolidWorks, PDM, PLM and ERP systems.
• Experience in medical devices or other regulated industries.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause investigation skills.
• Experience in managing engineering changes and product configurations.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a global cross-functional environment.
• Fluent English (written and verbal).

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of quality systems, risk management, and validation processes.
• Experience working with suppliers and contract manufacturers.
• Proven experience in operational excellence and lean manufacturing methodologies, including Kaizen, Gemba, root cause analysis and process optimization.