Rail Product Dev Engineer - Europe, Flexible Travel

Hydro; Barcelona; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Innovative projects

European network of experts

Ownership and autonomy

Flexible European locations

Travel opportunities

Safety, quality and development focus

Job summary

Hydro Extrusions seeks an experienced Product Development engineer for the Rail Platform in Europe. You will drive feasibility studies, translate customer needs into Hydro designs and drawings, and bridge between customers and fabrication plants.

The role involves collaboration with Sales, Project Management, Controlling, and Operations, with high autonomy and travel opportunities across Europe.

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.
• Familiarity with rail standards and product lifecycle processes.
• CAD/CAM knowledge and manufacturing process awareness (extrusion, machining, welding, bending).
• Excellent problem-solving mindset with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proactive, independent with strong collaboration skills.
• Fluent English; German/French is 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 with Sales, Project Management, Controlling, and Operations.
• Build relationships with customers and participate in technical discussions.
• Contribute to pricing tools, cost optimization, and value engineering.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, HSE regulations, and customer requirements.

Skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

Collaboration

Independent work

English fluency

Education

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engg/Materials Science or similar

Tools

CAD/CAM

Job description

Hydro Extrusions seeks an experienced Product Development engineer for the Rail Platform in Europe. You will drive feasibility studies, translate customer needs into Hydro designs and drawings, and bridge between customers and fabrication plants.

The role involves collaboration with Sales, Project Management, Controlling, and Operations, with high autonomy and travel opportunities across Europe.