As a future- and growth-oriented company within the Schunk Group, we are looking for you as

Product Engineer Opto

working-time
Voltijds
contract
ASAP
location
Helmond
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The Schunk Group is a globally operating technology company with more than 10,000 employees in 26 countries. The company is a leading supplier of products made from high-tech materials – such as carbon, technical ceramics, and sintered metal – as well as machines and systems ranging from environmental simulation, air conditioning technology, and ultrasonic welding to optical machines. As a foundation-owned enterprise, our mission and goals have remained unchanged for more than a century: the healthy and sustainable development of the company, the preservation of its independence, financial stability, profitable growth, and global presence.

Schunk Xycarb Technology is the one-stop leading global supplier of Silicon Carbide (SiC) coated Graphite, Quartz, Ceramic and Silicon consumable products and related technology services for the Microelectronics industry. Schunk Xycarb Technology produces high-tech process-chamber equipment parts for wafer production and processing, including dedicated customer engineering support. Our advanced solutions enable leading-edge manufacturing of next-generation Semiconductor, Optoelectronics, Solar and Silicon products and applications. Schunk Xycarb Technology a business group of the Schunk Group and has its headquarters in Helmond, the Netherlands with local representation at key locations world-wide.

Within our Product Engineering team, we support business growth by defining product specifications that balance customer requirements with quality, manufacturability, timing, capacity, and cost targets.

In this hybrid role, combining product engineering with a customer quality interface, you will help ensure customer satisfaction while strengthening our internal capabilities and technical knowledge.

Are you ready to take the next step in a Product Engineering role where product development, customer quality, and manufacturing capability come together?

 

Main Responsibilities

Design and Development:

  • Creating product models and drawings using CAD software based on customer demand and production capabilities.
  • Owning and updating the product-specific design rules, derived from customer requirements and production capabilities.
  • Improving product quality together with the Quality Engineer and Operations team by addressing production issues and optimizing product designs.
  • Participating in New Product Introduction feasibility analysis and supporting discussions with the capability analysis.


Customer Quality Management:

  • Evaluating customer quality claims for the products within your area of responsibility.
  • Working on the 8D problem-solving activities together with the Quality Engineer and the production team.
  • Analyzing measurement data to suggest improvements in the product design and align with customer expectations.
  • Aligning with the Application Manager and Product Manager regarding the customer specifications and related changes.
     

What we offer

  • A high-tech working environment within an ambitious and growing company in the global semiconductor market
  • An informal culture with employees with more than 25 nationalities
  • A challenging position with plenty of development opportunities, in which you are stimulated in your professional and personal development
  • An attractive remuneration package consisting of a good salary, bonus system, and secondary benefits (e.g., 27 days of holidays, 13 ADV days)
  • Out-of-the-office activities (e.g., Sinterklaas for children, annual BBQ, divers sporting activities).

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

We are looking for a professional who wants to further develop and grow in our organization, using their knowledge and experience. To achieve that, some knowledge and skills expected are:

  • Product engineering or manufacturing engineering background
  • Experience using CAD software for design and drafting
  • Business-fluent English
  • GD&T knowledge (Based on ISO standards)
  • Statistical analysis techniques
  • Knowledge of quality management systems, preferably including IATF 16949, 8D problem solving, and continuous improvement methods
  • Experience creating technical and problem-solving reports
  • Experience with root cause analysis and structured problem solving
  • PTC CREO experience
  • Minitab experience
  • Experience working with Product Lifecycle Management software
  • SAP knowledge
  • Knowledge of machining processes (milling, turning, grinding etc.)
  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or an equivalent qualification within the Dutch education system
  • Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a similar role, such as product development, quality management, product management, or a related engineering function.
Ansprechpartner
Dane Huveneers

We look forward to receiving your application!
Please submit your documents exclusively via our online application form
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

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