Mechanical Development Engineer
We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our Mechanical Engineering Group (ME) and contribute to the development of Grooming and Beauty appliances such as Shavers, Groomers, One Blade, Epilators, and Accessories. This role offers the opportunity to work on projects from initial concept through to mass production in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
Your Team:
You will be part of a dynamic Grooming & Beauty Mechanical Engineering team consisting of 20 technical experts. This inclusive and diverse team values collaboration and regularly celebrates success. You will report directly to the Mechanical Engineering Group Leader.
If you're passionate about mechanical engineering, enjoy problem-solving, and thrive in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Functie-eisen
Key Responsibilities:
- As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, testing, and documentation required to develop mechanical components for Grooming and Beauty appliances. Your responsibilities include:
- Designing and detailing mechanical components and systems according to specifications, including predictive analysis and material selection (metal and plastic).
- Creating detailed 3D and 2D files while considering Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
- Leading product ideation, concept development, and decision-making sessions.
- Planning, prioritizing tasks, and managing interfaces between product modules.
- Leading DFMEAs and following V-model methodologies.
- Developing prototypes and conducting rigorous testing, while analyzing results and writing detailed reports.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams including system engineers, electronics engineers, and commercial managers to ensure the highest level of product quality and innovation.
- Developing new test methods and tools in collaboration with test and validation architects.
- Continuously identifying gaps for improvement in engineering processes, driving the team to a higher level of performance.
Competenties
Your Profile:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with 3-5 years of experience in product development for mass production.
- Hands-on experience in multidisciplinary, international projects, preferably in a B2C environment.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD tools such as Siemens NX or CREO.
- Strong understanding of mechanical design in plastics and metals, with knowledge of mass manufacturability, tooling, and assembly processes.
- Proven ability to rapidly translate concepts into functional prototypes.
- Familiarity with CFD analysis, FEA (Ansys), and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
- Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills, with experience in agile development processes.
- Experience with Design for Six Sigma (Green Belt certification is a plus).
- Familiarity with medical device development is advantageous.
Got Questions?Please get in touch with me at ritika.agarwala@yacht.nl
Inclusiviteit en diversiteit
Uiteraard staat deze vacature open voor iedereen die zich hierin herkent. We geloven dat diverse teams van belang zijn voor ons als lerende organisatie, die voorop wil blijven lopen in de wereld van werk. Want juist verschillen tussen mensen zorgen voor groei. Van collega's, klanten, kandidaten en daarmee van Yacht. Heb jij een uniek talent? We ontmoeten je graag.