Mechanical Engineer - Weller

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Mechanical Engineer - Weller - Besigheim

The Weller brand is a dynamic and innovative manufacturer of unique solutions for the electronics industry. As a global leader in the hand soldering industry, Weller Tools GmbH is known for its innovation, cutting edge technology and commitment to high quality products.

We are looking for a dynamic and creative Mechanical Engineer for R&D in the field of hand soldering and fume extraction systems.

Summary
In this position your core responsibility will be to develop and improve mechanical systems in support of our new product development with a focus on plastic part design and integration within a full mechanical assembly. You will be involved in all design-related aspects of the projects from concept to beyond production. This position does require the ability to interface with engineering, sales, quality, production, and marketing personnel.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Design, build, and implement various mechanical systems with a focus on plastic part design for high performance soldering products (stations, irons, tips, filtration, etc.)
2. Innovate, create, and evolve new product ideas using Voice of Customer (VOC) and related techniques to support aggressive growth objectives
3. Manufacturing test plan development and deployment for mechanical subassemblies and full tool systems
4. Design, layout, test, and troubleshoot subassemblies and full tools
5. Partner with product management team to translate product design features into engineering requirements and specifications
6. Partner with suppliers to ensure that the product is developed on time and on budget
7. Provide feedback and expertise in cross functional design reviews

Critical Skills & Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical engineering, Plastics Engineering or similar
2. Experience creating products within an R&D / New Product Development environment
3. Experience designing injection molded plastic parts
4. Basic understanding of machining principles and capabilities
5. Experience with 3D CAD (Creo 6.0 or later)
6. Fluency in German and English

What we offer:

1. Collective agreement of the metal and electrical industry
2. 30 days vacation
3. Special payments (e.g. vacation bonus, Christmas bonus, etc.)
4. Many employee benefits / employee offers (corporate benefits)
5. Bike-Leasing
6. International environment / world market leader
7. Attractive office workplace
8. Opportunities for further training and development
9. Home Office possibility

If your goal is to work where finding a better way never ends and your ideas become a reality, join us! #WeBuildATG