Produktentwickler (m/w/d) – Fahrrad
Core
Develop cost-effective, high-quality bicycles and e-bikes for the discount market from concept to market launch.
Role type
Product Development Engineer (Bicycles/E-Bikes)
Builds
Bikes and E-Bikes for the discount retail sector
Domain
Manufacturing / Consumer Goods / Bicycles
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
End-to-end product development, Target Costing, BOM optimization, Tier-1/Tier-2 supplier management, Quality & Compliance (EN standards), Component knowledge (frames, drivetrain, brakes, e-bike systems)
Preferred skills
Experience in bicycle industry (manufacturer, brand, supplier, or retailer), Technical degree or vocational training (bicycle mechanic, industrial mechanic, mechatronics, product development)
Technologies
CAD, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), ERP systems
Responsibilities
Create product specifications and prototypes, Conduct cost analyses and value engineering, Manage supplier relationships from sourcing to series release, Prepare and coordinate quality inspections with external institutes, Collaborate cross-functionally with procurement, quality, design, and after-sales teams, Monitor market trends to drive continuous product improvements
