Product Development Engineer for Railway Rubber Springs (Molded Parts) at Continental

Nyíregyháza, Northern Great Plain, Hungary -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Product Development, Rubber Technology, Material Science, Project Management, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, CAD, Solid Works, CATIA, SAP, Technical Documentation, IRIS Standards, Design Verification, Competitive Analysis, Customer Support

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Job Description Develop railway rubber springs (molded parts) in accordance with customer specifications, company standards, and cost objectives. Execute development projects from feasibility assessment through series production introduction. Manage samples and test orders with full accountability. Establish and execute comprehensive test concepts aligned with customer, market, and quality requirements, including design verification plan development, test initiation and tracking, and results evaluation. Prepare and maintain technical product documentation, including engineering drawings, product specifications, bills of materials, and test reports. Create and maintain technical documentation for customer and internal stakeholder communication. Facilitate technical communication with customers and external partners. Support product industrialization initiatives, including product and process modifications and resolution of product-specific technical issues. Conduct competitive product analysis and benchmarking assessments. Support patent analyses and patent application development for proprietary innovations. Participate in project gate reviews and design review sessions. Report directly to the designated department leader. Apply and support risk mitigation through Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (D-FMEA) and Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (P-FMEA). Collaborate closely with central departments including quality assurance, application engineering, platform development, manufacturing, industrial engineering, and product/process industrialization teams across all locations. Demonstrate commitment to team objectives and deliver results in accordance with established timelines. Support the investigation and resolution of customer claims. Undertake business travel as required. Qualifications Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Rubber Technology, or a related discipline Minimum 3 years of professional experience, including demonstrated expertise in technical customer support Comprehensive knowledge of material science and production processes within the rubber sector, including railway quality standards (IRIS) Advanced proficiency in project management and quality assurance methodologies (APQP, PPAP, FMEA) Proficiency in MS Office, SAP, and CAD software (e.g., Solid Works, CATIA, or equivalent) Fluent English language skills (written and spoken); German language proficiency is desirable Demonstrated ability to work independently with strong prioritization and complex problem-solving capabilities Strategic mindset with customer-centric orientation, results-driven approach, strong negotiation skills, and decisive decision-making ability Ability to undertake business travel as required by the role Leadership Level: Leading Self Legal Entity: ContiTech Magyarország Kft. (0842) Working Time: Full Time

Responsibilities

Develop railway rubber springs from feasibility through series production, ensuring alignment with customer specifications and cost objectives. Manage technical documentation, test concepts, and cross-functional collaboration to support product industrialization and risk mitigation.