Development Engineer 8015692295 (Component manager: die casting, plastic injection molding, and mechatronics)

NAXCON GmbH, located in the heart of Freiburg, is at the forefront of the German IT and engineering industry. Our experts have extensive knowledge in software and hardware development, state-of-the-art electronics, and future-oriented technologies such as artificial intelligence and virtual reality. We are not only dedicated to project work for our customers, but also intensively pursue in-house innovation projects as well as research & development.

Position: Development Engineer (Component manager: die casting, plastic injection molding, and mechatronics)

Location: Kusterdingen, Germany

Field: Automotive

Type: Full-time/ %20 Remote

Tasks:

• Responsible for technical components in the development of eBike drive units;
• Focus on robustness, service life, NVH, and industrialization;
• Supporting components from A-sample to series release;
• Taking care of tolerance calculation, component design, drawing derivation, documentation, and clarification with suppliers;
• Commissioning validation samples and tests, interpreting test results, and deriving improvement measures;
• Consideration of schedule, quality, and cost targets;
• Collaboration in a cross-functional project team.

Requirements:

• Completed university degree (master's/diploma/doctorate) in mechanical engineering, automotive engineering with a focus on product development, design engineering, or a comparable degree program;
• Supplier management with in-depth experience in the development of connectors, plastic components, and die-cast components, as well as the associated manufacturing technologies, such as stamping, drawing, and bending technology, plastic injection molding, die casting, and milling experience with Moldflow and FEM simulations;
• Very good knowledge of the CAD tool ProE/Creo and MS Office;
• Creative, independent, consistent, and structured way of working;
• Willingness to travel occasionally on business trips ~ 1-2 times per year;
• Fluent language skills in German and English (min. B2 level).

What we offer:

• Join a cosmopolitan and internationally mixed team: We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and cultures to contribute their unique perspectives and talents to our team.
• Polish your German language skills: If you are looking to improve your German language skills, we offer a supportive environment where you can practice and develop your language abilities: whether you are a beginner or an advanced speaker.
• Benefit from a fixed contact person from the company: We understand the importance of having a reliable point of contact within the company. That's why we assign a dedicated contact person who will provide guidance and support throughout your employment with us.
• Professional growth and development: With us, our engineers can immerse themselves in new industries or projects after just 1-2 years and actively transfer knowledge.
• Enjoy regular team events with the company: We believe in the power of team building and fostering positive relationships within the workplace. That's why we organize regular team events to promote collaboration and strengthen our team bonds.
• Competitive compensation package: At NAXCON, we believe that our engineers are our greatest asset. That's why we offer a comprehensive and competitive compensation package that includes a salary commensurate with experience and expertise.