Rail Product Development Engineer

Norsk Hydro; Harderwijk; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydro Extrusions in Europe is seeking an experienced Product Development Engineer for the Rail Platform within Extrusion Europe. You will translate customer needs into robust aluminium profiles, oversee feasibility studies, and ensure compliance with quality, HSE, and specifications.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science, hands-on aluminium extrusion and CAD/CAM experience, and fluency in English.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or similar.
• Master’s preferred.
• Experience in aluminium extrusion/product development.

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 initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, HSE regulations, and customer requirements.

Skills

Product development

Aluminium extrusion

CAD/CAM

Structural mechanics

Aluminium design principles

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science

Tools

CAD/CAM

Job description

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standard profiles, to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries

Role Purpose

The role is responsible for aluminium extrusion focused Product Development in Rail Platform in Extrusion Europe, including feasibility studies and technical evaluation. Ensures compliance with quality standards, HSE regulations, and customer requirements.

Building up good customer relations in trust and collaboration. Understand the customer needs and translate it into the Hydro world, product design and drawings. Building the bridge between customer and fabrication plant.

What You Will Be Doing

• 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 closely with Sales, Project Management, Controlling, and Operations
• Build strong relationships with customers and participate in technical discussions
• Contribute to pricing tools, cost optimization, and value-engineering initiatives
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, HSE regulations, and customer requirements

What Will Make You Successful

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or similar (Master’s preferred)
• Experience in aluminium extrusion and/or product development (ideally in a project-driven environment)
• Strong understanding of structural mechanics and aluminium design principles
• Familiarity with rail standards and product lifecycle processes
• CAD/CAM knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes (extrusion, machining, welding, bending)
• Excellent problem-solving mindset and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proactive, independent working style with strong collaboration skills
• Fluent English (additional languages like German/French are a plus)

What We Offer

• A key role in innovative, international rail projects
• Collaboration across a diverse European network of experts
• Opportunities to influence product development from concept to realization
• A dynamic environment with high autonomy and real ownership
• Flexible working across multiple European locations
• Travel opportunities and exposure to customer-facing activities
• A strong focus on safety, quality, and professional development

Equal opportunities

At Hydro, we believe diversity makes us stronger. We welcome diverse experiences and perspectives, and invite all qualified candidates to apply. We review every application fairly and strive to provide equal opportunities for everyone to grow and succeed.