Rail Product Development Engineer — Europe, Flexible

Norsk Hydro; Tønder; Hybrid; DKK 523,000 - 822,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydro Extrusions invites a Product Development specialist to lead aluminium extrusion focused work on Rail Platform in Extrusion Europe. You will run feasibility studies, technical evaluations, and translate customer needs into Hydro designs and drawings.

Join a cross-functional team across Sales, Project Management, Controlling and Operations in multiple European locations. You will drive data accuracy, support pricing and lifecycle processes, and ensure adherence to quality, HSE and customer

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or similar (Master’s preferred).
• Experience in aluminium extrusion and/or product development in a project-driven environment.
• Strong understanding of structural mechanics and aluminium design principles.
• Familiarity with rail standards and product lifecycle processes.
• CAD/CAM knowledge and manufacturing processes (extrusion, machining, welding, bending).
• Excellent problem-solving mindset and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proactive, independent working style with strong collaboration skills.
• Fluent English (additional languages like German/French are a plus).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate new customer requests and perform feasibility and capacity assessments
• Lead technical input for offers, including cost evaluation and specifications
• Support product and profile design, engineering changes, and technical problem-solving
• Manage technical documentation (drawings, 3D data, specifications) and ensure data accuracy
• Collaborate closely with Sales, Project Management, Controlling, and Operations
• Build strong relationships with customers and participate in technical discussions
• Contribute to pricing tools, cost optimization, and value-engineering initiatives
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, HSE regulations, and customer requirements

Skills

Aluminium extrusion

Product development

CAD/CAM

Structural mechanics

Project management

Multitasking

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Job description

Hydro Extrusions invites a Product Development specialist to lead aluminium extrusion focused work on Rail Platform in Extrusion Europe. You will run feasibility studies, technical evaluations, and translate customer needs into Hydro designs and drawings.

Join a cross-functional team across Sales, Project Management, Controlling and Operations in multiple European locations. You will drive data accuracy, support pricing and lifecycle processes, and ensure adherence to quality, HSE and customer