Product Development Specialist

ABOUT THE CLIENT The client is a leading international Indian manufacturer of CNC machine tools with over 35 years of experience, recognized for delivering high-quality, reliable, and innovative machining solutions, backed by strong engineering expertise and world-class customer support. BASIC INFORMATION Job Title - R&D Engineer / Product Development SpecialistStatus - Full TimePlace of Performance - Europe with periodic travel to IndiaExperience - 15+ years KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Main Objective: Implementation of ContinuousImprovement Processes (CIP) activities through workshops and employee coachingLead the architecture, design, and development of next-generation HMCs, VMCs, Turn Mill, and Multi-Tasking machine platforms.Drive technology benchmarking and innovation, leveraging global best practices from leading machine tool manufacturers.Provide technical leadership in machine design, kinematics, structural engineering, machine dynamics, and performance optimization.Own the integration of key machine systems, including spindles, rotary tables, ATCs, CNC controls, automation, and digital manufacturing technologies.Lead product development reviews and validation activities, ensuring superior precision, rigidity, thermal stability, reliability, and productivity.Champion Design for Manufacturing (DFM), value engineering, and cost optimization to achieve globally competitive products.Guide material selection, manufacturing technologies, chip and coolant management systems, enhancing machine performance, maintainability, and lifecycle value.Drive operator-centric and sustainable machine development, focusing on ergonomics, safety, energy efficiency, and environmental responsibility.Define automation-ready machine architectures, incorporating robotics, pallet systems, Industry 4.0 connectivity, remote diagnostics, and smart manufacturing solutions.Mentor engineering teams and contribute to the company's technology roadmap and long-term innovation strategy.Visit the company's manufacturing and R&D facility in India once every three months. Job Specification Education / Skills: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in: Mechanical Engineering / Machine Tool EngineeringBusiness English and the local language, depending on the countryCNC machine tool design & developmentProduct development & R&DHMC, VMC & Turn-Mill technologiesMachine architecture & systems integrationPrecision engineering & structural analysisCAD/CAE toolsCNC controls (Siemens, Heidenhain, Fanuc)Design for Manufacturing (DFM)Industry 4.0 & automationTechnical leadership & mentoring Experiences: 15+ years in machine tool design, product development, or R&DExperience with leading European machine tool manufacturers (Germany, Italy, or Austria)Proven track record in developing advanced CNC machining centers and multi-tasking machinesExperience managing new product development and cross-functional engineering projectsInternational collaboration with engineering teams Personality InnovativeAnalyticalStrategicProactiveGood communication skillsCollaborativeHands-onDetail and solution-orientedLeadership-minded