Structural Design Engineer (m/f/d) - REF
Core
Lead structural design and development of refrigerator bodies, functional parts (hinges, handles), and accessory parts (shelves, drawers) ensuring durability, performance, and user-centered design.
Role type
Senior IC structural design engineer (home appliances)
Builds
Refrigerator structural and functional components
Domain
Home appliances / Mechanical engineering
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Structural design, CAD modeling (SolidWorks, CATIA), FEA simulation (ANSYS, Abaqus), Material selection (plastics, metals, insulation), Prototyping and testing, Design for manufacturability, Cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
German language skills, Knowledge of industry trends and new materials
Technologies
SolidWorks, CATIA, ANSYS, Abaqus
Responsibilities
Lead structural design of refrigerator bodies and components, Develop detailed CAD models and engineering drawings, Support prototyping, testing, and validation processes, Collaborate with mechanical engineers, industrial designers, and manufacturing teams, Optimize designs for manufacturability, aesthetics, and user experience, Ensure compliance with safety and industry standards
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC