Manufacturing Technology Engineer

Manufacturing Technology Engineer - Bolzano, Italy (On site)

An exciting opportunity has arisen with a market-leading innovator in e-mobility and charging infrastructure technology, who are looking to appoint a Manufacturing Technology Engineer to support the development of advanced manufacturing processes and future production technologies.Based in Bolzano, Italy, in this role you will lead the industrialisation of SMT and PTH processes including evaluation and execution of the \"make vs buy\" strategy

This fast-growing high-tech business is recognised as a leader in sustainable mobility solutions, delivering cutting-edge charging infrastructure technology across international markets.Operating within a highly innovative and collaborative engineering environment, the company continues to invest heavily in advanced manufacturing, automation and next-generation production capability as it shapes the future of e-mobility.

As a Manufacturing Technology Engineer, you will play a key role in researching, developing and industrialising emerging manufacturing and assembly technologies.You will work across technology evaluation, pilot projects, process development and industrialisation activities to ensure scalable, efficient and future-ready manufacturing solutions.

Key responsibilities for the Manufacturing Technology Engineer based in Bolzano, Italy:

• Identify, research and assess emerging assembly technologies relevant to future products and manufacturing processes.
• Translate technology concepts into scalable and manufacturable production solutions with active collaboration on DFM / DFA / DFT
• Early stage design cycle support, working closely with R&D
• Define process requirements, equipment specifications, personnel qualification needs and quality targets.
• Monitor developments in automation, joining technologies, packaging and digital manufacturing.
• Plan and execute pilot projects, feasibility studies, prototypes and technology trials (this will include hands-on involvement in SMT line setup and trials)
• Conduct simulations and lab-scale evaluations of new manufacturing technologies.
• Perform risk, cost and maturity assessments including TRL and MRL analysis.
• Support the development of technology standards across multiple product families.
• Collaborate with universities, research institutes and external suppliers on technology development initiatives.

Key skills required for the role of Manufacturing Technology Engineer in Bolzano, Italy.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Materials Science, Automation Engineering or a related discipline.
• PCBA manufacturing engineering/process development/production engineering
• Knowledge of assembly and joining technologies for electronic components on PCBs, including SMT, THT, soldering, adhesives and ultrasonic processes.
• Process and/or technology leadership and a strong understanding of make-or-buy analysis and industrialisation strategy development.
• Experience running feasibility studies, pilot projects and prototype development activities.
• Background from a large subcontract manufacturer is beneficial.
• Must have experience of working closely with design organisations and managing and supporting NPI processes
• Familiarity with safety standards, regulatory frameworks and IP protection strategies
• Candidates can be located anywhere in Europe to move to Bolzano
• Excellent English language skills with Italian and/or German considered advantageous

Working environment and opportunities:

• Innovative and collaborative work environment within a young, dynamic engineering team.
• Opportunity to work on high-tech projects in the rapidly growing e-mobility sector.
• Excellent career progression opportunities within a fast-growing international business.
• Ongoing professional development and further training opportunities.
• Attractive bonus structure and performance-related benefits package.
• Opportunity to directly contribute to technologies shaping the future of sustainable mobility.

This position would suit a technically driven Manufacturing Technology Engineer looking to play a pivotal role in developing advanced manufacturing technologies within one of the most innovative and future-focused sectors in engineering today.