Mechanical Engineer, Drachten, Friesland

Location: Drachten, Friesland  |  Sector: Medical Devices  |  Start Date: 10/22/2025  |  Job ref: 56348

The Company
Our client is a leading innovator in the engineering and manufacturing sector, specializing in creating cutting-edge grooming and beauty appliances. Known for their focus on product development and advanced technology, they aim to deliver high-quality, user-friendly devices for consumers worldwide.

Role Description
We are seeking a dedicated Mechanical Engineer to join their vibrant Mechanical Engineering team. In this role, you will contribute to the full lifecycle of product development for grooming and beauty appliances, from initial concept through to mass production, ensuring the mechanical design aligns with both technical and market requirements.

Responsibilities
- Develop mechanical systems for shavers, groomers, epilators, IPL and related devices
- Create 3D/2D designs with proper material and process selection
- Perform engineering analyses (FEA/CFD) to validate designs
- Build and test prototypes, translate findings into design improvements
- Ensure DFM/DFA and cost-effective, repeatable production
- Manage requirements, DFMEA, documentation and design traceability
- Work closely with electronics, UX, mechatronics and manufacturing teams
- Lead ideation, concept evaluation, and continuous improvement initiatives


Requirements
- Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering
- 3–5 years in mass-production product development (consumer electronics preferred)
- Skilled in Siemens NX or Creo; plastics and metals design knowledge
- Experience with FEA/CFD, tolerance analysis, DFM/DFA and tooling
- Strong stakeholder collaboration and documentation discipline
- DFMEA / DFSS exposure; medical device experience is a plus


Other Information
If you are interested in this opportunity and believe your profile matches the requirements, please submit your application via the Apply button below.
 

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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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