Manufacturing Product Preparation Engineer

We are looking for a Manufacturing Product Preparation Engineer to support the transition of products from development into full-scale production. The role involves ensuring production readiness, aligning product requirements with manufacturing processes, coordinating industrialization activities, and introducing product changes smoothly into the production system. The ideal candidate has a practical understanding of manufacturing engineering, product development, production preparation, and cross-functional collaboration. Key Responsibilities

• Ensure products developed by product development and technology teams are verified and aligned with manufacturing requirements, production systems, and future factory concepts.
• Establish, document, and communicate clear product requirements for the assigned area of responsibility.
• Coordinate and drive activities with Manufacturing Solution Engineers and other production stakeholders.
• Ensure product changes are introduced into the industrial system smoothly, with minimal production disruption and in line with agreed targets.
• Create requirements and specifications for production test tools in collaboration with development teams and product test engineers.
• Support the transition from product development to manufacturing and ensure production readiness.
• Identify and resolve manufacturing and industrialization issues in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Contribute to the development and definition of product support plans where required.
• Follow established manufacturing processes, quality standards, and production requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Typically 2–5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing engineering, product preparation, industrialization, or a related engineering field.
• Practical knowledge of product development and manufacturing processes.
• Experience coordinating activities between product development, manufacturing, and production teams.
• Ability to define, document, and communicate technical requirements and specifications.
• Understanding of production readiness, product verification, and engineering change implementation.
• Ability to work independently with general supervision and manage challenging technical tasks.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with production test tools, testing requirements, and manufacturing validation.
• Knowledge of production systems, continuous improvement, and factory development concepts.
• Experience supporting product changes and ensuring smooth implementation in industrial environments.
• Ability to influence stakeholders through clear communication of technical facts, policies, and practices.

Personal Attributes

• Structured and detail-oriented approach to engineering tasks.
• Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills.
• Proactive problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, manufacturing, and production teams.
• Focus on quality, production efficiency, and timely delivery.