Product Engineer (m/f/d)

Leggett & Platt; Nürnberg; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free coffee

Phone and laptop

Mobile work

Part-time option

Company events

30 days vacation

Job summary

Leggett Dynamics in Germany is seeking a Product Engineer/Developer (m/f/d) to join our Engineering team and advance next-generation motor solutions for automotive applications.

You will design DC motors (brushed and brushless) and geared motors, run simulations, create drawings, and support prototypes through production launches.

The role requires a degree in engineering, 5 years in motor development, CATIA V5 experience, and strong collaboration across international teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in motor or actuator development, ideally within the automotive industry
• Strong expertise in motor design, calculations, simulation, and drive technology
• Experience with CAD systems, preferably CATIA V5
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in international teams
• Good German and English language skills
• Automotive industry experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Design and development of DC motors (brushed and brushless) and geared motors, including optimization with respect to performance, efficiency, cost, package space, and acoustics
• Perform electromagnetic, thermal, and mechanical calculations and oversee simulation activities
• Create technical documentation, CAD models, and engineering drawings
• Develop new products and optimize existing products with regard to performance, NVH, and manufacturability
• Build, support, and validate prototypes, as well as analyze test data and support production launch activities and continuous product improvements
• Analyze test data and support series production launches and product improvements
• Coordinate technical topics with customers, suppliers, and development partners
• Provide technical guidance and support to design engineers, electronics engineers, and the test engineering department
• Manage and coordinate technical activities within international development projects

Skills

Motor design

Simulation

Documentation

Team collaboration

German-English communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering / Mechatronics / Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

Job description

We, at Leggett Dynamics, are searching for a Product Engineer/Developer (m/f/d) within our Engineeringteam to help support our Automotivebusiness. Did you know we are the world’s leading designer and manufacturer of seating support and comfort systems for transportation manufacturers, as well as tier one and two suppliers within the automotive industry? That’s right! Our automotive products fall into four primary groups: Seating and Lumbar support, Wireless Charging, Motors and Actuators, and Mechanical Cables. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

As a Product Engineer/Developer (m/f/d) you will play a key role in developing the next generation of motor solutions and bringing new concepts into series production. Your work will directly influence product performance, quality, cost, and manufacturability while helping us meet customer requirements in a competitive market. You will be part of a collaborative engineering team, working across disciplines to solve technical challenges and deliver robust, high-quality products.

Additionally, you'll:

• Design and development of DC motors (brushed and brushless) and geared motors, including optimization with respect to performance, efficiency, cost, package space, and acoustics
• Perform electromagnetic, thermal, and mechanical calculations and oversee simulation activities
• Create technical documentation, CAD models, and engineering drawings
• Develop new products and optimize existing products with regard to performance, NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness), and manufacturability
• Build, support, and validate prototypes, as well as analyze test data and support production launch activities and continuous product improvements
• Analyze test data and support series production launches and product improvements
• Coordinate technical topics with customers, suppliers, and development partners
• Provide technical guidance and support to design engineers, electronics engineers, and the test engineering department
• Manage and coordinate technical activities within international development projects

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or a comparable qualification
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in motor or actuator development, ideally within the automotive industry
• Strong expertise in motor design and calculations, simulation, and drive technology, as well as materials engineering and manufacturing technologies
• Experience with CAD systems, preferably CATIA V5
• Knowledge of materials engineering and manufacturing technologies
• Structured, analytical, and solution-oriented approach to work
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in international teams
• Good German and English language skills
• Automotive industry experience is preferred

Our Values

Our values speak to our shared beliefs, and describe how we approach working together.

• Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect, empathy and belonging.
• Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity, delivering the results the right way, taking pride in our work, and speaking the truth – good or bad.
• Do Great Work…Together occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.
• Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.

Our Commitment to You

We're actively taking steps to make sure our culture is inclusive and that our processes and practices promote equity for all. Leggett & Platt is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veteran status, and more. Join us!

Germany Benefits Include

• Free coffee, free water
• Phone and laptop
• Mobile work
• Possibility to work part-time
• Company events (e.g. Christmas party, summer party)
• 30 days vacation, option for additional unpaid leave
• Chance to contribute your own ideas

We welcome and encourage applications if you meet the minimum qualifications. Even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications, we’d love the opportunity to consider you.

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