Product Development Specialist

Maier+Vidorno

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North Rhine-Westphalia, GermanyOn-siteProduct Development

ABOUT THE CLIENT The client is a leading international Indian manufacturer of CNC machine tools with over 35 years of experience, recognized for delivering high-quality, reliable, and innovative machining solutions, backed by strong engineering expertise and world-class customer support.

BASIC INFORMATION Job Title - R&D Engineer / Product Development Specialist

Status - Full Time

Place of Performance - Europe with periodic travel to India

Experience - 15+ yearsKEY RESPONSIBILITIES Main Objective:Implementation of Continuous

Improvement Processes (CIP) activities through workshops and employee coaching

Lead the architecture, design, and development of next-generation HM Cs, VM Cs, Turn Mill, and Multi-Tasking machine platforms. Drive technology benchmarking and innovation, leveraging global best practices from leading machine tool manufacturers.

Provide technical leadership in machine design, kinematics, structural engineering, machine dynamics, and performance optimization. Own the integration of key machine systems, including spindles, rotary tables, AT Cs, CNC controls, automation, and digital manufacturing technologies.

Lead product development reviews and validation activities, ensuring superior precision, rigidity, thermal stability, reliability, and productivity. Champion Design for Manufacturing (DFM), value engineering, and cost optimization to achieve globally competitive products.

Guide material selection, manufacturing technologies, chip and coolant management systems, enhancing machine performance, maintainability, and lifecycle value. Drive operator-centric and sustainable machine development, focusing on ergonomics, safety, energy efficiency, and environmental responsibility.

Define automation-ready machine architectures, incorporating robotics, pallet systems, Industry 4. 0 connectivity, remote diagnostics, and smart manufacturing solutions. Mentor engineering teams and contribute to the company's technology roadmap and long-term innovation strategy.

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