Senior Engineer - Product Development

Meiyume (Hong Kong) Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 334,800 - 558,000; Full time

Job summary

Meiyume (Hong Kong) Limited is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the design and prototyping of innovative packaging solutions. The role involves developing 3D CAD models in SolidWorks, managing unit tool development, and driving innovation in alignment with the company's goals.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, with a minimum of 5 years' experience in product design. Proficiency in Mandarin or Cantonese is highly advantageous.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical product design.
• Proven expertise in SolidWorks for 2D and 3D design.
• Strong command of English; Mandarin or Cantonese is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and prototyping of innovative packaging mechanisms.
• Manage engineering aspects and project management of tool development.
• Propose and initiate new packaging concepts aligned with the technology roadmap.

Skills

SolidWorks expertise

Mechanical product design

Creative problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

3D printing

Job description

We pride ourselves in being at the forefront of innovation when it comes to creating bespoke beauty solutions for our partners. If you want to transform and make waves in the beauty industry, and are looking for a company that is innovative, exciting, and results‑oriented with excellent team spirit, join us at Meiyume! Let us empower beauty for a sustainable future, together.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end‑to‑end design and prototyping of innovative packaging mechanisms, from initial concept to final mechanical design.
• Develop complex 3D CAD models and assemblies in SolidWorks, ensuring functionality, ergonomics, user experience, cost‑effectiveness, quality, and sustainability.
• Rapidly iterate designs using 3D printing, incorporating user feedback and manufacturing constraints to optimize performance.
• Collaborate closely with Formula Development, Product Innovation, Marketing, and NPD Engineering to translate marketing and functional requirements into technically feasible packaging solutions.

Engineering & Project Management

• Oversee the engineering aspects and project management of unit tool development in collaboration with Packaging Development Engineers.
• Lead mechanical and functional testing of trial samples, analyze results, and make data‑driven engineering decisions.
• Manage the fine‑tuning of mechanical designs and approve necessary conception adjustments throughout the tooling development process.

Technical Intelligence & Innovation

• Act as a key driver of innovation by proposing and initiating new packaging concepts aligned with the company's technology roadmap.
• Scout and evaluate emerging technologies within the cosmetic packaging industry and adjacent sectors.
• Build and maintain technical intelligence on key partners' capabilities, leveraging their expertise to enhance our packaging concepts.

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical product design, specifically working with OEMs on plastic injection‑molded components.
• Proven expertise in using SolidWorks for complex 2D and 3D mechanical design of plastic products.
• Strong command of English; proficiency in Mandarin or Cantonese is highly advantageous.

Preferred Industry Experience

• Cosmetic Packaging
• Consumer Electronics / Smartphone Accessories
• Small Appliances
• Dispensing Systems (e.g., pumps, food packaging)

Personal Competencies

• Hands‑on & proactive: practical, “can‑do” attitude with a strong willingness to experiment and build prototypes.
• Creative Problem‑Solver: excellent creative thinking and analytical problem‑solving skills.
• Autonomous: ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and drive projects to completion with minimal supervision.
• Collaborative: strong team player with effective communication skills to work within cross‑functional teams.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

As an equal opportunity employer, we shall consider all applicants regardless of gender, age, religion, marital status, race, sexual orientation, disability, disease, pregnancy, or trade union and/or political affiliation, and disregard all factors deemed inappropriate by local law and the International Labor Organization’s Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work.