Senior R&D Designer

ph3About Piab Group /h3pAt Piab Group we improve our customers' productivity, sustainability, and safety through evolving industrial automation and have done so since 1951. We believe in an automated world where no resources are wasted, and no humans are injured. With annual sales of ~3 billion SEK and more than 1400 employees, Piab is a global organization, serving customers in more than 100 countries from a vast network of subsidiaries and channel partners. Since 2018, Piab Group has been owned by Patricia Industries, part of Investor AB. /ph3Description /h3ulliPosition: Senior RD Designer /liliLocation: Due Carrare, Italy /liliDepartment: Engineering /liliType: Permanent /li /ulh3About Piab Group /h3pAt Piab Group we improve our customers' productivity, sustainability, and safety through evolving industrial automation and have done so since 1951. We believe in an automated world where no resources are wasted, and no humans are injured. With annual sales of ~3 billion SEK and more than 1400 employees, Piab is a global organization, serving customers in more than 100 countries from a vast network of subsidiaries and channel partners. Since 2018, Piab Group has been owned by Patricia Industries, part of Investor AB. /ph3You Can Expect The Following With Us /h3ulliInnovative Culture: Be part of a team that thrives on creativity and innovation. /liliGlobal Impact: Work with a company that is a world leader in vacuum transport solutions. /liliGlobal Presence: Piabhas 25+ sales offices and over 900 partners worldwide, ensuring a vast network and global reach. /liliSustainable Vision: Contribute to an automated world, promoting safety and efficiency. /liliProfessional Growth: Access opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement. /liliDiverse and Inclusive: Join a workplace that values diversity and fosters an inclusive environment. /liliStable employer: As part of Patricia Industries and connected to the Wallenberg family, Piab benefits from strong support and a commitment to long‑term growth and sustainability. /li /ulh3Job Mission /h3pAs a Senior RD Designer, you will drive the development of advanced custom and special solutions for customer applications worldwide. You will work closely with Product Engineering (PE), key customers and the RD team to transform complex requirements into robust, innovative and industrialized designs that strengthen Piab's position as a global leader in automation and vacuum technology. /ph3Key Responsibilities /h3ulliSupport Product Engineers (PEs) globally with custom requests by analyzing needs and proposing feasible technical solutions. /liliProvide direct technical support to key customers, especially for critical applications, acting as a senior technical counterpart in discussions and design reviews. /liliLead the design and development of high‑level, complex custom and special solutions, from concept to released design. /liliUse CAD (Inventor and/or SolidWorks) to create 3D models, assemblies and detailed manufacturing drawings, ensuring high quality and manufacturability. /liliWork efficiently with PDM/PLM systems to manage product data, revisions, and documentation in line with internal standards. /liliCollaborate closely with the RD team on new concepts, prototypes, and technology evaluations. /liliPrioritize as signed projects and applications in parallel, ensuring on‑time delivery and clear communication with stakeholders. /liliContribute to continuous improvement of design methods, tools, and standards within the team. /li /ulh3Preferred Competencies /h3ulliStrong expertise in 3D CAD, preferably Autodesk Inventor and/or SolidWorks. /liliSolid experience working with PDM/PLM systems for product data and configuration management. /liliSenior-level technical competence in mechanical or mechatronic design, ideally within industrial equipment, automation or similar fields. /liliProven experience working closely with customers on custom or special solution development (from requirement gathering to finalized design). /liliAbility to manage and follow several applications and projects at the same time, with good prioritization and time‑management skills. /liliStrong teamwork orientation and excellent collaboration skills across functions (PE, RD, sales, operations, etc.). /liliGood level of English in speaking, writing and listening, with the ability to explain complex technical topics clearly. /liliAn open, proactive and solution‑oriented personality with a high sense of ownership and responsibility for delivered designs. /li /ulh3Experience And Education /h3ulliBachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering, Mechatronics or a closely related field (or equivalent relevant experience). /liliSeveral years (typically9+ years) of experience in mechanical and/or mechatronic design in an industrial environment. /liliPrior experience in custom/special machinery, automation systems, vacuum technology, or similar technical domains is an advantage. /liliExperience in a global or multi‑site environment, working with international colleagues and customers, is a plus. /li /ulh3This Is What Our Employees Say About Us /h3p"At Piab, I have the chance to leave my own footprint. The low hierarchy means my ideas are heard and valued. #LoveWhereIWork" /ppPlease be advised that a valid work permit for the country we offer the open vacancy in is required for non-EU citizens. Unfortunately, applications without a valid work permit cannot be considered. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr