Mechanical Development Engineer, Drachten, Friesland

Location: Drachten, Friesland  |  Sector: FMCG  |  Start Date: 1/26/2026  |  Job ref: 57181

The Company

A global health technology organization known for combining strong engineering expertise with meaningful, consumer-focused innovation. Its products reach millions of users worldwide and are developed with a clear focus on quality, sustainability, and real-world impact.

About the Role

As a Mechanical Development Engineer, you will contribute to the functional development of precision cutting components used in grooming and personal care devices. You will work from early concept through to mass production, collaborating closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and engineer cutting elements from concept to industrialization
• Translate functional, user, and commercial requirements into technical solutions
• Define hypotheses, set up and execute experiments, and analyze results to guide design decisions
• Design and release high-quality mechanical components suitable for mass production

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field
• Around 2+ years of experience in product or function development
• Strong skills in 3D CAD and precision mechanical design
• Hands-on experience with testing, experimentation, and data analysis

Other Information

This is a hybrid role, combining hands-on engineering work on-site with focused development and analysis off-site. You will work in a highly structured development environment that encourages technical depth, collaboration, and continuous improvement, with opportunities to grow your expertise over time.

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Since 2012, SIRE Life Sciences is the most innovative and engaged consultancy company for the life sciences industries.

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