Senior Product Development Engineer - Valvetrain (m/f/d)

• be part of a multi-cultural and cross-functional team
• create designs, run analysis and perform testing activities on Valvetrain components
• drive and complete project activities from prototype procurement and testing to high-volume industrialization
• be responsible for the functionality, durability and manufacturability of the Valvetrain components
• be a reference point for Eaton suppliers during the components development
• work closely with key OEMs Engineering, mainly located in Germany and Austria, supporting the Eaton worldwide growth
• track activities and report progress to the Engineering Manager and Chief Engineer
• Understand the Customer Statement of Requirements and translate it into a Compliance Matrix to drive the project development
• Complete the product validation plan, in line with the project phase
• Have good modelling and design skills; experience with Creo/Pro-Mechanism, GT-Power and Ansys is desirable but not mandatory
• Have good knowledge of analytical tools
• Have good knowledge of Design For Six Sigma tools, such as DFMEA, DVP&R and design scorecards
• Be able to read technical drawings and define tolerances
• Be able to support prototype production managing the Prototype Control Plan
• Prepare engineering reports
• Summarize and present activity results to Eaton management and to the customer’s engineering counterpart
• Work in a team and contribute to system design definition and validation
• Be flexible in managing other products from Eaton’s broad portfolio, such as eMobility products, mainly for German and Austrian Customers

Qualifications:

• Master Degree in Mechanical engineering
• 3÷5 years of experience in product development

Skills:

• Product design, technical drawing, combustion engines
• Fluency in both German and English, written and spoken, is required for this role.
• Experience working effectively in multicultural and cross-functional teams
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and take initiative
• Strong reporting, documentation, and communication skills Proactive problem-solver with a results-oriented mindset Willingness to travel regularly and meet customers face-to-face Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build lasting customer relationships

Wir bieten

• Being part of a company that has been in business for more than 100 years, is well known in the industry, and has a major impact on the energy industry.
• Work in a company with commitment to Inclusion & Diversity and Sustainability (Foster an inclusive culture with astrategicgoal to increase a female representation including in Leadership)
• Annual mentoring program, Eaton University, a reward, and recognition system
• Ongoing Learning and Career Development Opportunities in a global company. Build your career and apply internally for our open positions worldwide.
• Strong, agile, and diverse team locally and globally Structured employee development processes, open feedback culture with development plans Detailed inductionsupportand well-structured onboarding Balance your work and life with a hybrid worktime model