Product Design Engineer (all genders)

Job Overview

Structural integrity is not an afterthought - it is built into every design decision from the start.

We need an engineer who owns the structural design execution across development projects, continuously improves how we design, and identifies technical risks before they become problems.

Key Responsibilities

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What: Structural integrity is not an afterthought - it is built into every design decision from the start.

We need an engineer who owns the structural design execution across development projects, continuously improves how we design, and identifies technical risks before they become problems.

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Why: You are the owner of structural design within your projects.

You don’t wait for problems to surface - you anticipate them.

From concept through qualification, you drive designs forward, improve the methods behind them, and take responsibility for what leaves your desk.

• You ensure: Development projects reach qualification milestones with design methods that get better along the way; technical risks, design weaknesses, and process gaps are caught and resolved early; your commitments are delivered on time, without needing to be chased.
• Lead development projects from concept to qualification: Own the structural design execution across your projects - hitting milestones, improving design methods as you go, and leaving processes better than you found them.

At least one implemented improvement to design methods, processes, or standards per project is the bar.

• Drive your work to closure without prompting: Own your actions, decisions, and open issues end-to-end.

If something is blocked, you unblock it.

If a commitment is at risk, you flag it early and fix it.

You lead yourself.

• Build strong working relationships across functions: Collaborate closely with colleagues across design, analysis, manufacturing, and testing.

Challenge assumptions constructively when something doesn’t add up - then commit fully once a decision is made.

No unresolved conflicts, no recurring escalations.

• Identify and surface technical risks early: Spot design weaknesses, structural risks, and process gaps before they impact schedule or reliability.

Raise them clearly, drive resolution actively, and document what you find.

Problems that stay hidden become everyone’s problem later.

• Explore new methods and challenge existing assumptions: Engage with cross-functional development initiatives, push beyond your immediate brief, and bring back actionable learnings.

Question how things are done and propose better approaches - curiosity here has a direct line to better products.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in mechanical, aerospace, materials, or a related structural field (BSc minimum; MSc or Ph D preferred).
• At least 2 years of professional experience in structural design and/or structural analysis of composite structures.
• Solid understanding of composite manufacturing processes and design-for-manufacturing principles, with the ability to bridge design intent with production reality.
• Hands-on experience with structural analysis, modelling, and interpretation of results - Hyperworks proficiency is a strong plus.
• Proven problem-solving and design optimisation skills, including working with incomplete information.
• Confident communicator across functions - able to challenge and align in equal measure.
• Previous responsibility for a design that went into production.
• English fluency for day-to-day and technical discussions.
• Nice to Have
• CAD design proficiency.
• Experience with failure analysis or structural optimisation.
• Background in aerospace, space, motorsport, hydrogen storage, or another high-performance engineering environment.
• German language skills.

Benefits

• Freedom to create: Enjoy extensive decision-making freedom and short decision paths - we trust you to make an impact.
• Fresh fuel every day: Shared lunch breaks with freshly prepared, varied meals keep you energized for your next mission.
• Choose your perk: Germany Ticket, Egym Wellpass, or Give Card - your choice, your benefit.
• Gear up for take-off: Receive premium Blackwave team apparel during onboarding - functional, stylish, and mission-ready.
• Grow in aerospace: Expand your knowledge through collaboration with inspiring minds and exciting projects in the high-tech aerospace sector.
• Develop with us: Take advantage of real growth opportunities in a dynamically expanding company.
• Startup meets aerospace: Experience a casual, agile team atmosphere with regular team events.
• End on a high note: After work, unwind on our spacious rooftop terrace with a panoramic view of the Alps.
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