Design Engineer

• Responsible for the Industrialization-design of new developed or re-designed products produced in Asia and supporting design related activities throughout the product life cycle of selected valve series.
• Demonstrate exceptional product knowledge, encompassing design, machining, assembly, and related processes.
• Contribute to relocation and customization projects by translating customer-specific requests into deliverables.
• Support the Product & Quality team in identifying root causes and providing technical advice. Assist customers alongside product management and application engineers.
• Design test equipment for end-of-line product qualification.
• Exhibit a strong sense of responsibility and the ability to work independently, taking technical ownership of assigned products.
• Collaborate closely with industrialization project managers, HQ-design engineers, and product engineers to industrialize new standard and customer-specific products.
• Establish and manage technical product documentation required for product manufacturing.
• Engage in product optimization through collaboration with HQ-design engineers.
• Contribute to product change management to ensure products remain up to date.
• Collaborate with manufacturing departments, supply quality engineers, and project buyers to verify and optimize manufacturability.
• Conduct design reviews and implement Design for Manufacturing & Assembly (DFMA) principles at the cross-departmental level and participating in PFMEA, DFMEA, and design walkthrough sessions.
• Provide technical support in cost improvement projects.
• Oversee engineering product documentation and coordinate with the engineering change department for effective ECR/ECN implementation on the production floor.
• Provide technical support to new product introduction (NPI) projects until handoff to operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments in DFMEA/PFMEA activities and design walkthroughs.
• Support cost improvement initiatives by offering technical expertise.

• Proficiency in engineering principles, mechanical design, and relevant software tools such as CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software, simulation tools, and analysis software.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, preferably with experience using NX, as well as PLM systems.
• Knowledge of design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) principles.
• Strong analytical abilities to assess design challenges, conduct feasibility studies, and analyze data.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Able to present ideas, explain technical concepts, and engage in effective communication both verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of project management principles and experience in managing design projects.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work effectively to meet project deadlines and deliverables.
• A mindset of continuous learning, and the flexibility and adaptability to work in a dynamic and changing environment.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality designs. Knowledge of quality assurance processes and standards.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and demonstrate leadership qualities when required.

• Knowledge of vacuum industry technology is highly advantageous.
• Experience in designing and applying mechatronic components such as motors, sensors, heaters, etc.
• Experience in the production of cast parts, sheet metal parts, injection molding parts, and similar components will be considered a valuable addition.
• The ideal candidate should possess agility and creativity, be self-motivated, and have a strong focus on meeting customer needs.

VAT Group