Product Developer/Engineer

Bugaboo International; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to wellness hub

Holiday swap

Bicycle lease plan

Bonus plan participation

Paid parental leave

25 holiday days per year

Commuting reimbursement

Work from home allowance

Job summary

Bugaboo International in Amsterdam is seeking a talented Engineer to convert product concepts into high-quality CAD models and oversee technical specifications. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering, with 0-7 years of experience in product development. They should possess excellent CAD skills, experience in managing OEMs, and be proficient in English. The position offers a hybrid work environment, wellbeing support, and various employee benefits, including a bicycle lease plan and flexible time off.

Qualifications

• 0‑7 years of experience in product development within the premium durable consumer goods industry.
• Proven experience in outsourcing engineering and managing external partners/OEMs.

Responsibilities

• Convert technical product concepts into high‑quality CAD models.
• Translate commercial needs into technical specifications and validation plans.
• Supervise and assess test results to verify prototypes against requirements.
• Design and maintain software management systems for CAD files.

Skills

CAD modeling skills (SolidWorks)

Analytical capabilities

Creative eye for design intent

Prototyping mindset

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Industrial Design Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

What will you do

• Engineering Excellence: Convert technical product concepts into high‑quality CAD models (SolidWorks) that serve as the foundation for manufacturing.

• Requirements Management: Translate commercial needs into technical specifications and validation plans, ensuring the final product meets the high standards of the Bugaboo and Joolz brands.

• OEM Management: Outsource specialist work and supervise external engineers to ensure project quality; you are the technical gatekeeper for our supplier‑led engineering.

• Testing & Validation: Supervise and assess test results to verify prototypes against requirements; you ensure our products meet technical standards as well as market and user needs.

• Problem Solving: Identify design bottlenecks early and propose data‑driven solutions; you also tackle quality improvements for our existing product portfolio.

• Process Leadership: Design and maintain our software management systems for CAD files and ensure all technical project documentation is meticulously recorded.

• Innovation: Stay at the forefront of technical developments in the industry, integrating new working methods and standards into our projects.

What you bring to the table

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Industrial Design Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.

• 0‑7 years of experience in product development, preferably within the premium durable consumer goods industry.

• Technical Mastery: Excellent CAD modeling skills (SolidWorks) and a deep understanding of the "fuzzy front‑end" of concept development.

• Supplier Savvy: Proven experience in outsourcing engineering and managing external partners/OEMs.

• Prototyping Mindset: A practical, hands‑on approach; you don’t hesitate to build early‑stage prototypes to test your ideas.

• Soft Skills: Strong analytical capabilities combined with a creative eye for design intent; you are a problem‑solver who can support choices with clear arguments.

• Proficiency in English (written and spoken).

What we offer

• An enthusiastic team of friendly, driven colleagues with love for our mission and brand.

• An inspirational, inclusive, fast‑growing international work environment in which you can make a difference and develop yourself further.

• Access to OpenUp (wellness hub) – monthly wellbeing webinars, individual coaching and an Employee Assistance Program with free access to Mental Health Professionals for when times are tough.

• Holiday swap – you are free to exchange a public holiday for another day that is more important to you.

• Bicycle lease plan – a monthly contribution up to EUR 50 to support you in leasing a bicycle.

• Eligible to participate in Bugaboo’s bonus plan.

• Flexible and hybrid working and the opportunity to work from anywhere in the world 8 weeks of the year.

• A Bugaboo stroller when expecting a baby and Bugaboo friends & family discount of 20%.

• Paid parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers (based on eligibility).

• Day off on your birthday and day off for volunteering activities.

• 25 holiday days per calendar year and an additional day for every year of service (up to 5 years).

• Commuting reimbursement – Bugaboo refunds 100% of public transport costs or 0,21 EUR per km travelling by car/bike/scooter‑motor.

• Work from home allowance plus home‑office set up budget.

• A solid pension plan, disability insurance and discount on your supplemental healthcare insurance.