Lead Product Development Engineer – New Product Development

  • Staff
  • Almere
  • University degree
  • Higher Vocational Education
  • More than 3 years

Do you want to be part of the energy transition? Do you have a passion for sustainable technology and products? And would you like to be part of our growth and success? Then we are looking for you! 

As Lead Product Development Engineer, you will be working within our R&D Department for our business unit Alfen Charging Equipment (ACE), strengthening the New Product Development (NPD) team.  

In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the technical integrity of the product throughout all phases of the NPD process. Working collaboratively with cross-functional teams including Hardware, Production Engineering, Electrical, Quality and others, you will translate product ideas for our integrated and high-quality EV chargers from concept to final product design, ensuring readiness for mass production. 

Furthermore, you partner up with the project manager to realize the project within time and budget constraints. 

Tasks & Responsibilities 

  • Represent the department in multidisciplinary projects; 
  • Responsible to deliver and release the complete and validated final product; 
  • Challenge and inspire the team to develop feasible and innovative design concepts; 
  • Translate system requirements into measurable sub-system requirements; 
  • Setup the product’s verification/validation by means of a solid test program in alignment with the quality & test teams; 

Furthermore, you will support engineers/sub-system owners in decision-making and reviewing the chosen design principles; initiate risk analyses (e.g. dFMEA); safeguard the technical integrity and completeness of the product (within our PLM system); ensure compliance with laws, regulations, industry standards, and sustainability requirements; approve and release the product definition for technical validation, industrialization, and mass production; align with the project manager on overall project and product progress; collaborate closely with various R&D disciplines to monitor technical progress, identify potential delays, and initiate solutions to prevent setbacks and cooperate with the future Technical Owner(s) to hand over the complete Product Definition to the Product Lifecycle team.

Leadership Attributes 

  • Functional management and coaching: Manage and coach employees within the discipline, ensuring effective task distribution and providing guidance for individual growth.  
  • Holistic Decision Making: Provide critical direction to product development solutions and guide the New Product Development (NPD) team in making well-considered decisions that align with strategic objectives. 
  • Guidance and Innovative working methods: Lead by example with assertiveness and a proactive approach, implementing new working methods and ensuring a uniform approach within the team.  
  • Employee Development and Feedback: Conduct employee appraisals, providing valuable input to the R&D Team Leader, and recognizing the team's efforts while offering constructive feedback for improvement. 
  • Continuous Learning Culture: Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the team, encouraging adaptation to changing circumstances, new technologies, and evolving project requirements. 

What do we offer you?  

An independent and responsible job with room for personal input, new ideas, initiatives and entrepreneurship. Alfen is a fast-growing company that is conquering the market with a clear focus on energy transition. All this in a pleasant, open and informal working atmosphere where, in addition to work, activities are also part of Alfen's culture. 

Examples include an (online) escaperoom or fun quiz with accompanying snacks, a bowling night, a visit to Almere City games, mudflat hiking, and more. 

Naturally, we offer you an appropriate benefits package including a phone and laptop and you are also entitled to 27 vacation days + 13 ADV per year. We think it is important that you can relax regularly. In addition, you will have motivated colleagues who are willing to share knowledge and we will give you opportunities to develop as a professional.

What do we ask?  

we seek individuals with a proactive and results-driven approach, capable of pushing initiatives forward with assertiveness and a focus on clear outcomes. 

For a good match we would like to see in your resume that you have:  

  • 10+ years of experience, with a Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design Engineering, or equivalent practical experience; 
  • Proficiency in English, with strong communication skills essential;
  • Proficient in stakeholder management, ensuring effective communication and collaboration among diverse parties involved in projects;
  • Skilled in leading engineering teams, fostering productivity and achieving project goals efficiently;
  • Proficiency in creating and evaluating clean 3D models and precise 2D drawings (preferably using Creo), along with experience utilizing Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software (preferably Windchill); 
  • Experience with various production processes, assembly techniques, quality assurance, and testing methods (e.g., injection molding, sheet metal fabrication, packaging, end-of-line processes, etc.). 

Do we have your interest?  

Do you recognize yourself in the above and are you interested in this position? Then apply via the website or contact our corporate recruiter, Derya Kaman. 

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