Country: Hungary
Functional area: Technical Services & Engineering
A global technology-driven company developing advanced analytical instruments for the food and agriculture sector is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join its growing R&D team in Hungary. The role offers the opportunity to work on innovative devices that help ensure safe, high‑quality food for people around the world. If you enjoy combining engineering precision with scientific purpose, this position may be a great fit.

 About the Role

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and developing mechanical components primarily molded plastic parts- for next‑generation analytical instruments. You will contribute across the entire development cycle, from early concept creation and prototyping to final production. The focus is on delivering robust, manufacturable, and user‑centered solutions.

You will work in a supportive, open environment where collaboration and knowledge‑sharing are part of everyday life. The company values work‑life balance and offers flexible working hours along with occasional remote work opportunities. You will collaborate closely with colleagues in Business Development, Innovation, UX/UI, Supply Chain, and Production, contributing to long‑term strategic product development.
 

Responsibilities

  • Take ownership of mechanical development tasks for new instruments

  • Translate user needs and system requirements into mechanical concepts

  • Build early prototypes and validate design ideas

  • Ensure manufacturability and robustness through tolerance analysis and sound engineering principles
  • Work with toolmakers, suppliers, and manufacturing teams to finalize production‑ready designs
  • ​​​​​​​Support continuous improvement of design processes and product quality


​​​​​​​Must‑Have Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)

  • At least 5 years of experience in mechanical product development

  • Proven experience finalizing parts for production

  • Strong proficiency in 3D/2D CAD (Autodesk Inventor preferred)

  • Solid understanding of DfA, DfM, and DfS principles

  • Experience designing plastic components

  • Fluent English skills

Nice‑to‑Have Skills

  • Knowledge of injection molding and tooling design

  • Experience with FEA/CAE simulation tools

  • Familiarity with material selection (metals, glass, thermoplastics, elastomers)

  • Hands‑on experience with prototyping and additive manufacturing

  • Understanding of relevant standards and compliance requirements (ISO, CE, food/medical)


​​​​​​​Who You Are

  • A proactive problem‑solver with strong conceptual thinking and hands‑on execution

  • Comfortable taking ownership and driving projects forward

  • Supportive and willing to mentor junior colleagues

  • Effective in later development phases with a focus on quality and deadlines

  • Clear and confident communicator who can explain complex ideas

  • Open, approachable, and motivated by teamwork and shared success



Should you be interested in the details of this vacancy feel free to submit your CV for this role, our colleagues will contact you soon.

A global technology-driven company developing advanced analytical instruments for the food and agriculture sector is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join its growing R&D team in Hungary. The role offers the opportunity to work on innovative devices that help ensure safe, high‑quality food for people around the world. If you enjoy combining engineering precision with scientific purpose, this position may be a great fit.

 About the Role

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and developing mechanical components primarily molded plastic parts- for next‑generation analytical instruments. You will contribute across the entire development cycle, from early concept creation and prototyping to final production. The focus is on delivering robust, manufacturable, and user‑centered solutions.

You will work in a supportive, open environment where collaboration and knowledge‑sharing are part of everyday life. The company values work‑life balance and offers flexible working hours along with occasional remote work opportunities. You will collaborate closely with colleagues in Business Development, Innovation, UX/UI, Supply Chain, and Production, contributing to long‑term strategic product development.
 

Responsibilities

  • Take ownership of mechanical development tasks for new instruments

  • Translate user needs and system requirements into mechanical concepts

  • Build early prototypes and validate design ideas

  • Ensure manufacturability and robustness through tolerance analysis and sound engineering principles
  • Work with toolmakers, suppliers, and manufacturing teams to finalize production‑ready designs
  • ​​​​​​​Support continuous improvement of design processes and product quality

​​​​​​​Must‑Have Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)

  • At least 5 years of experience in mechanical product development

  • Proven experience finalizing parts for production

  • Strong proficiency in 3D/2D CAD (Autodesk Inventor preferred)

  • Solid understanding of DfA, DfM, and DfS principles

  • Experience designing plastic components

  • Fluent English skills

Nice‑to‑Have Skills

  • Knowledge of injection molding and tooling design

  • Experience with FEA/CAE simulation tools

  • Familiarity with material selection (metals, glass, thermoplastics, elastomers)

  • Hands‑on experience with prototyping and additive manufacturing

  • Understanding of relevant standards and compliance requirements (ISO, CE, food/medical)

​​​​​​​Who You Are

  • A proactive problem‑solver with strong conceptual thinking and hands‑on execution

  • Comfortable taking ownership and driving projects forward

  • Supportive and willing to mentor junior colleagues

  • Effective in later development phases with a focus on quality and deadlines

  • Clear and confident communicator who can explain complex ideas

  • Open, approachable, and motivated by teamwork and shared success

Should you be interested in the details of this vacancy feel free to submit your CV for this role, our colleagues will contact you soon.