R&D Senior Mechanical Designer Packaging page is loaded## R&D Senior Mechanical Designer Packaginglocations: Bolognatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R50961We are looking for a R&D Senior Mechanical Designer to join our team in Bologna and contribute to the development of our packaging solutions.In this role you will contribute to the creation of new mechanical solutions and play a key role in driving product innovation. Your work will focus on designing cutting-edge machines that not only improve performance but also support sustainability by helping reduce energy consumption for our customers. Collaborating with internal stakeholders and your team, you will share ideas, solve problems and optimize existing projects to ensure efficiency, quality, and long-term value.**Your key responsibilities include:*** Create mechanical drawings and designs for our tissue packaging machines and technical equipment* Manage client requests for new machines design or equipment update and oversee the process from the beginning to the completion* Research and implement environmentally sustainable solutions aimed at reducing energy consumption and improving the overall efficiency of our machines* Revamp or improve the equipment guaranteeing innovative and efficient solutions* Also work to standardize and improve existing projects ensuring optimal use of materials, resources, costs and time* Collaborate with different internal stakeholders during the design process* Work closely with your team, share ideas and knowledge, find out problem solutions and propose improvements**To succeed in this role, you should have:*** Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent* Proven experience in mechanical design, preferably in industrial machinery or packaging equipment* Proficiency with 3D CAD modelling and drafting, preferably with Siemens NX software and knowledge of 2D CAD reading* Knowledge of SAP is appreciated* Previous experience and interest in developing sustainable and energy-efficient solutions is highly appreciated* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills* Proactive mindset with a willingness to take initiative and explore new ideas* Openness to innovate taking the risk to experiment and innovate* Interest to work in team, to exchange ideas and hints with colleagues as part of everyday working life* Ability to interface also with cross-functional teams and exchange experience and knowledge in multinational contexts* Fluent in English and Italian**We offer:*** Work in a global organization with international customers and colleagues, dynamic and modern work environment* Be part of an organization committed to innovation and excellence* Onboarding plan* Huge learning catalogue* Internal canteen free of charge* Flexible working time* Safety culture* Annual performance review*Additional information*If you are interested in becoming part of the Valmet team in Bologna, you can **apply by January, 7th 2025** by filling in our online application form. Please also attach your CV to the application.We are eagerly waiting for your application!*When everything works together**Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With over 19,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation, and services for the pulp, paper, and energy industries, and serve an even wider base of process industries with our automation systems and flow control solutions. Our commitment to moving our customers’ performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how – and above all, teamwork. Join the team!*Valmet is a global technology leader serving process industries. We work together with our customers throughout the entire lifecycle, delivering cutting-edge technologies and services as well as mission-critical automation and flow control solutions.Backed by more than 225 years of industrial experience and a global team of over 19,000 professionals close to customers, we are uniquely positioned to transform industries toward a regenerative tomorrow.In 2024, Valmet’s net sales totaled approximately EUR 5.4 billion. Our head office is in Espoo, Finland, and we have experts in approximately 40 countries around the world. Valmet’s shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.