R&D Engineer

ANDRITZ; Collecorvino; On-site; EUR 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

ANDRITZ in Abruzzo, Collecorvino, Italy is seeking a Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineer for an R&D role focused on developing new products and technologies.

You will collaborate across Production, Purchasing, Sales and Service to drive project success, support validation activities, and ensure compliance with technical standards and CE requirements. Some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics.
• Proven experience in an R&D role within manufacturing or industrial sectors.
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.
• Strong knowledge of AutoCAD 2D and Solid Edge; familiarity with simulation tools.
• Understanding of technical standards and product safety requirements.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for short business trips.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop new products and technologies aligned with business needs.
• Perform feasibility analyses and requirement studies via CAD and analysis.
• Support design and validation activities, including testing and prototyping.
• Prepare and maintain project drawings, BOMs, and reports.
• Collaborate with Production, Purchasing, Sales, and Service for project success.
• Coordinate with external consultants on technical compliance and CE requirements.
• Assist on-site during installation and commissioning.

Skills

English proficiency

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD 2D

Solid Edge

Simulation tools

Job description

• Develop new products and technologies in line with business needs and technical requirements.
• Perform technical feasibility analyses and requirement studies through CAD tools and product analysis.
• Support product design and technical validation activities, including testing, prototyping, and simulations.
• Prepare and maintain project technical documentation, including drawings, tables, bills of materials, and reports.
  • Collaborate with Production, Purchasing, Suppliers, Project Management, Mechanical Design, Sales, and Service to ensure effective project execution.
  • Interface with the external consultant responsible for technical and safety compliance, including CE-related requirements; prior knowledge in this area will be considered a plus.
  • Provide support during installation and commissioning phases to ensure technical solutions are correctly implemented.
  • Visit plants for on-site surveys, verification of adopted solutions, and definition of corrective actions for any technical issues.
• Collaborate with the Group Technology department to align developments, share know-how, and support innovation initiatives.

Required Skills

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Proven experience in a similar R&D role, preferably within the relevant industrial sector.
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.
• Excellent knowledge of AutoCAD 2D and Solid Edge; familiarity with simulation tools will be considered a plus.
• Basic knowledge of technical standards and product safety requirements.
• Availability to travel occasionally for short business trips.
• Strong teamworking attitude and ability to cooperate effectively with other departments such as Service, Purchasing, and Production.
• High level of accuracy, strong problem-solving skills, and a results-oriented mindset with the ability to meet deadlines; excellent interpersonal and mediation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience gained in structured industrial environments, preferably within the mechanical or manufacturing sector.
• Knowledge of testing methods, technical simulations, and product validation processes.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and product lifecycle or technical documentation management tools.
• Knowledge of CE marking processes and technical compliance requirements will be considered a plus.