Key Responsibilities
Platform Innovation & Development
- Lead the enhancement of existing product platforms and the development of new platform architectures to support future product roadmaps.
- Drive improvements in product performance, quality, reliability, and cost efficiency.
- Define and execute platform development strategies aligned with business objectives and category roadmaps.
Technical Ownership
- Take ownership of key components, modules, and system-level solutions used within the platform.
- Identify opportunities for optimization and oversee implementation of technical improvements.
- Collaborate with Product Project Managers and technical leaders to validate solutions and maximize platform value.
Testing, Validation & Analysis
- Develop test methodologies, plans, and validation activities in partnership with testing teams.
- Analyze performance at both component and system levels to ensure platform robustness and compliance with requirements.
- Translate test findings into actionable design improvements.
Technology Scouting & Benchmarking
- Conduct competitor benchmarking to assess platform competitiveness and identify improvement opportunities.
- Evaluate emerging technologies, supplier innovations, and new concepts for potential integration into future platforms.
- Support technology scouting activities and contribute to long-term innovation initiatives.
Cross-Functional Leadership
- Act as a technical focal point across Mechanical, Electronics, Software, Manufacturing, Sustainability, and Quality teams.
- Define system requirements, interfaces, and technical solutions that enable successful platform implementation.
- Foster strong collaboration to accelerate development and ensure seamless integration.
Industrialization Support
- Partner closely with R&D, Product Management, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to transition solutions from concept through production.
- Ensure platform designs are scalable, manufacturable, and ready for high-volume deployment.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in product development and transfer to manufacturing, preferably within high-volume production environments.
- Strong knowledge of systems engineering, thermal management, fluid dynamics, and mechanical design will be an advantage.
- Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD tools such as Siemens NX or SolidWorks.
- Solid analytical and problem-solving skills, with exposure to structured methodologies such as Design for Six Sigma.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and external partners.
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