Product Development Engineer Plastic Parts (m/f/d)
Location: Schaffhausen, Switzerland
At GF, we pride ourselves on being a forward-thinking leader in our industry. Since 1802, we have embraced innovation and sustainable solutions of the highest quality, adding value to people's lives around the globe.
Join our R&D valve team to expand one of the broadest valve portfolios available, with the aim of providing the right solution for every application. As a Product Development Engineer, you will lead the design and development of new solutions, overseeing technical activities throughout the product lifecycle. This includes performance optimization, design improvements, and problem-solving for assigned components. As a specialist in your field, you will embody our commitment to "Excellence in Flow."
Your Tasks:
- Develop innovative products and production technologies in close collaboration with Product Management, balancing function, quality, time, and cost based on customer feedback and product specifications.
- Take ownership of the assigned product range and continuously improve it; support Product Management, production sites, and Sales in product-specific matters.
- Create detailed mechanical designs with support from design engineers and CAx experts; experience with CAD-NX is an advantage.
- Ensure product quality using modern testing technologies, analyze test data, and implement findings in the final product to meet all technical and regulatory requirements.
- Release products and technical documentation in line with our development process.
- Provide technical support and guidance to internal stakeholders across departments.
Your Profile:
- A bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering with a focus on plastic technology or an equivalent qualification.
- 4 to 6 years of experience as a product development engineer, ideally focusing on valves within the plastics processing industry.
- Proven experience in independently managing technical projects.
- Strong communication skills.
- Good analytical skills, with the ability to summarize complex information and make it understandable for others.
- Proficient spoken and written skills in both German and English.
Benefits
- Clear Vision and Purpose: "We are a sustainability and innovation leader providing superior customer value" is our guiding vision. Our purpose of "becoming better every day - since 1802" inspires our daily work.
- Sustainability and Innovation Focus: We are committed to high sustainability and innovation goals. Together, let's work towards a sustainable future.
- Excellent Learning Tools: At GF, we provide development opportunities for everyone, including global learning tools, training sessions, and specialized courses.
- Great Career Opportunities: As a globally operating company, GF offers numerous avenues for career growth and a dedicated talent management process (MyNextBigStep@GF) to help you advance your career.
- Attractive Pension Scheme: GF offers all employees an excellent pension plan.
- Flexible Working Conditions: We offer flexible working hours and the possibility of remote work wherever feasible.
- Family Time: GF guarantees expectant mothers a comparable job while taking up to a year off, and we also provide paid leave for fathers and mothers.
- Employee Counseling: Our independent employee counseling service is available to support employees with both personal and professional concerns.
How to Apply
Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
Your Contact
René Paparusso
+41 52 547 10 79
Ebnatstrasse 111
8201 Schaffhausen
Switzerland
Georg Fischer Rohrleitungssysteme AG, Schaffhausen
Who We Are
GF Piping Systems is the world's leading supplier of piping systems, enabling the safe and sustainable transport of fluids. Our business is driven by industry-leading sustainability levels, innovation through digital solutions, and investment in a culture rooted in performance, learning, and caring.