Head of Mechanical Design

Rotzinger Group; Granada; Presencial; EUR 50.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading company in automated packaging solutions is seeking a Head of Mechanical Design. The role involves overseeing mechanical design projects, leading teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have extensive experience in machinery design and strong leadership skills.

Formación

• More than 10 years of experience in industrial machinery or equipment.
• Experience in leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Availability to travel internationally.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and develop a team of mechanical design engineers.
• Oversee creation of mechanical designs and 3D models using CAD software.
• Manage project timelines, resources, and budgets.

Conocimientos

Advanced English

Native or fluent Spanish

Project management

Mechanical product development

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Results-oriented mindset

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design Engineering

Master's in Product Engineering and Production Processes

MBA

Herramientas

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

CATIA

Descripción del empleo

We are seeking a Head of Mechanical Design to join Packfeeder. As the Head of Mechanical Design, you will play a key role in leading and overseeing the development, innovation, and optimization of mechanical systems for our cutting-edge packaging machinery. This role requires not only strong technical expertise but also the ability to collaborate cross-functionally, ensuring that our designs meet the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and functionality in the packaging industry.

Company Overview

Packfeeder is a leading provider of automated packaging solutions, specializing in the design, manufacturing, and maintenance of feeding systems for the Food, Pharmaceutical, Cosmetics, and Personal Care industries. We are committed to delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer service, ensuring our clients receive efficient and reliable packaging solutions tailored to their needs.

Job Overview

The mission of the Head of Mechanical Design is to drive innovation, design, and development of cutting-edge machinery solutions that meet the needs of our customers and comply with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership and Management : Lead, guide, and develop a team of mechanical design engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Design and Development : Oversee the creation of detailed mechanical designs and 3D models using CAD software. Guide the team in prototype development and rigorous testing to validate designs.
• Technical Expertise : Provide technical direction and expertise in the design of complex mechanical components and systems, ensuring reliability, durability, and compliance with industry standards.
• Project Management : Manage project timelines, resources, and budgets. Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including production, quality, and sales, to ensure project milestones and customer expectations are met.
• Production Support : Work closely with production teams to optimize manufacturing processes, including material selection and production methods, ensuring smooth implementation of designs.
• Quality Assurance : Implement and maintain quality control procedures and standards within the design team. Conduct reviews, inspections, and testing to ensure all designs meet or exceed specifications.
• Continuous Improvement : Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the design processes, identifying opportunities to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality.
• Documentation : Ensure the preparation of complete technical documentation, including design specifications, user manuals, and maintenance guides.
• Compliance : Ensure all designs and processes comply with relevant industry standards, regulations, and safety codes.

Requirements

Education & Experience :

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design Engineering or a related field.
• Is a plus : Master's in Product Engineering and Production Processes or MBA.
• More than 10 years of experience in industrial machinery or equipment.

Skills :

• Advanced English (C1); native or fluent Spanish.
• Experience in project management and development of complex mechanical products.
• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA).
• Proven leadership skills and experience managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and results-oriented mindset.
• Availability to travel internationally.

If you have a passion for leading innovative mechanical design projects and enjoy working in a dynamic, collaborative team environment, we want to hear from you. Join us at Packfeeder as the Head of Mechanical Design and be a key part of our mission to deliver state-of-the-art packaging solutions to our clients worldwide.

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