Lead Product Development Engineer ESS

What will you do?

As Lead Product Development Engineer, you are a key player within the R&D department and take the lead in the mechanical development and integration of new products, components, and systems for BESS. You guide the entire development process—from concept and prototyping to mass production and market launch—while ensuring quality, manufacturability, safety, and performance.

You work closely with engineers from various disciplines, safeguard technical decisions, and ensure a solid design flow. Additionally, you act as a mentor for junior and mid-level engineers and actively contribute to a professional and structured development organization.

Your main tasks:

• Translate use cases, product applications, and customer requirements into clear technical specifications and system directions.
• Take the lead in developing new mechanical concepts and product platforms for BESS.
• Perform structural calculations and select appropriate materials (sheet metal, welded structures, machining in metal and plastic).
• Manage the complete 3D and 2D design definition, including Bill of Materials.
• Apply dFMEA, DfX, and tolerance analyses to guarantee robust and producible designs.
• Monitor design quality and standards, and lead technical reviews.
• Collaborate closely with electronics, thermal, and system engineers for optimal integration.
• Guide and coach less experienced colleagues within the development team.

What do we ask of you?

You are an experienced engineer who thinks ahead, takes technical responsibility, and drives innovation. You work in a structured way, seek collaboration, and have a strong drive to develop high-quality products that make an impact on the energy transition. You also live in the Netherlands and have the right to work here. Furthermore, you bring:

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design Engineering, or similar.
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical product development in a high-tech or industrial environment.
• Strong experience with structural calculations, material applications, and production methods (sheet metal, machining, plastics).
• Proven experience with DfX, dFMEA, and iterative development methods.
• Excellent proficiency in 3D CAD tools (preferably Creo).
• Experience with PDM/PLM systems (Windchill is a plus).
• Experience with integration of (power) electronics is an advantage.
• Ability to justify technical decisions, engage colleagues, and steer development direction.

What do we offer you?

At Alfen, you work on technology that is essential for the future of energy. You get the space to innovate, set direction, and truly contribute to products used across Europe every day. We offer:

• A competitive salary according to the Metalektro collective labor agreement.
• 27 vacation days + 13 ADV days per year.
• Flexible working hours and hybrid working (up to 2 days per week from home).
• Company laptop.
• Travel allowance (€0.23 per km up to 50 km one way).
• Pension scheme via PME with a generous contribution from Alfen.
• Access to our online learning platform for professional development.
• An open, energetic, and collegial culture where innovation and fun go hand in hand.

Where will you work?

You will work from Alfen’s headquarters in Almere, where engineering, production, and project management collaborate under one roof. From here, you contribute to projects that directly support the energy transition in the Netherlands and Europe.

Interested?

Do you want to make an impact with smart electrical solutions in the energy sector? Apply now via the “apply now” button.

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Please note: A reference check, screening, and Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) may be part of the procedure. Applications are reviewed continuously, so don’t wait too long to respond. Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.