Vacant job

To our client within retail, we are now looking for a Design Engineer!

Role Purpose:

You will develop store interior products for global retail environments. The role covers the full product development process – from brief and concept to product development, technical documentation, production readiness, and implementation – with a strong focus on functionality, sustainability, and quality.

Education & Background:

• Master’s degree (preferred) / Bachelor’s degree in Product Development, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or equivalent.
• At least 4 years of relevant experience in Product Development / Design Engineer roles.
• Strong technical foundation combined with design and user perspective.
• Ability to quickly understand new product areas and technologies.

Core Competencies:

Product Development & Engineering

• Solid experience of the end-to-end product development process.
• Ability to translate briefs and business goals into technical solutions.
• Produce technical drawings, specifications, and assembly instructions.
• Good understanding of materials, surface treatments, production, and transport solutions.
• Good experience in prototype testing and verification.

Systems & Tools:

• Strong skills in 3D CAD (modeling, drawings, documentation).
• Experience working in PLM systems.
• Experience with 3D rendering tools.
• Adobe Illustrator / InDesign.

Sustainability & Circular Design:

• Understanding of circular design principles (repair, reuse, refurbishment).
• Life-cycle perspective on materials, production, and end-of-life.
• Ability to balance sustainability, quality, cost, and function.

Personal Skills:

• Analytical and structured with strong problem-solving skills.
• Curious and innovative.
• Independent, responsible, and professional.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, fluent in English.

Meriting Experience:

• Experience from retail, store concepts, or interior products.
• Work with global suppliers/companies and large-scale production.

About the assignment

For this assignment, you will be hired as a full-time consultant by Digitalenta. We offer our consultants a generous package including healthcare allowance, insurance policy, paid vacation days, and pension savings. In addition, you will have a dedicated consultant manager available throughout your employment with us, as well as optional networking activities with our network of consultants.

The assignment is full-time and will start as soon as possible until 2026-11-30.