Mechanical Engineer in Production [Mid-Senior; F/M/D]

As a Mechanical Engineer in Production, you'll design custom food processing equipment, develop mechanical solutions for plant-based protein manufacturing, and support the mechanical engineering needs of production operations. Working hands-on, you'll manage everything from equipment design to production support.

What you'll do

• Support installation of new food processing equipment, perform commissioning and validation procedures, and conduct functional testing to ensure proper operation before production use.
• Analyze existing processes and equipment performance, identify improvements, and design modifications to increase efficiency, reliability, and food safety compliance.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, integrated and pneumatic equipment failures. Troubleshoot complex issues in mixers, conveyors, industrial machines, and automation equipment.
• Build and test mechanical prototypes and operational processes, validate design performance through testing and prototyping, iterate designs based on production feedback and food safety requirements.
• Work closely with production, R&D and quality teams to optimize equipment performance and resolve complex production challenges.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation including S.O.P.s, schematics, mechanical drawings, process diagrams, and system specifications.
• Manage relationships with external vendors, contractors, and service providers. Coordinate procurement activities and oversee contractor performance.

What you'll need

• 5-8 years of mechanical engineering experience in production or manufacturing environment, preferably with exposure to food processing, manufacturing equipment, or automated systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and production optimization techniques, familiarity with lean manufacturing principles.
• Strong troubleshooting abilities with hands-on experience developing mechanical solutions and diagnosing and repairing mechanical equipment failures.
• Proficiency with CAD software, process modeling tools, and manufacturing software systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with experience in root cause analysis and process troubleshooting.
• Fluency in English and/or German, with professional level in the latter, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

What they offer

• Scaling operations at an exciting inflection point, transitioning from pilot phase to full scale.
• Backed by world-class VCs and angels who share the vision.