PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER

Ago Construct Kortrijk; Wevelgem; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ago Construct Kortrijk in Wevelgem is seeking a Product Developer for the RV business line. You will lead the development of new products such as awnings and bike racks, ensuring quality and functionality.

Your role includes managing projects through a structured stage-gate process, providing technical support, and maintaining product data accuracy. This is a key position reporting directly to the Product Development Leader.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in product development and optimization.
• Strong understanding of product categories like awnings and bike racks.
• Ability to manage projects through structured stage-gate processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead new product development from concept to launch.
• Identify product improvement opportunities in functionality and quality.
• Act as the technical contact for suppliers and stakeholders.

Job description

Reporting directly to the Product Development Leader, you will be responsible for the development and optimization of new products within the RV business line. This includes product categories such as awnings, bike racks, steps, and soft goods (tents and panels).

• You lead the development of new products from concept through to industrialization, ensuring alignment with both external requirements and internal quality standards.
• You identify opportunities for product improvements, focusing on functionality, performance, and quality.
• You work in accordance with the Project System, following a structured stage‑gate process.
• You act as the technical point of contact for suppliers, refining designs and ensuring manufacturability.
• You provide technical support to internal and external stakeholders, including sales, product management, production, and process engineering.
• You take ownership of product data accuracy and integrity within the PLM system.
• You manage all phases of new product development projects, from concept creation and detailed design to prototyping, testing, and production launch.

You report directly to the Product Development Leader.