Rail Product Development Engineer

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standard profiles, to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries.

Role Purpose
The role is responsible for aluminium extrusion focused Product Development in Rail Platform in Extrusion Europe, including feasibility studies and technical evaluation. Ensures compliance with quality standards, HSE regulations, and customer requirements.

Building up good customer relations in trust and collaboration. Understand the customer needs and translate it into the Hydro world, product design and drawings. Building the bridge between customer and fabrication plant.

What You Will Be Doing

Evaluate new customer requests and perform feasibility and capacity assessments

Lead technical input for offers, including cost evaluation and specifications

Support product and profile design, engineering changes, and technical problem-solving

Manage technical documentation (drawings, 3D data, specifications) and ensure data accuracy

Collaborate closely with Sales, Project Management, Controlling, and Operations

Build strong relationships with customers and participate in technical discussions

Contribute to pricing tools, cost optimization, and value-engineering initiatives

Ensure compliance with quality standards, HSE regulations, and customer requirements

What Will Make You Successful

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or similar (Master’s preferred)

Experience in aluminium extrusion and/or product development (ideally in a project-driven environment)

Strong understanding of structural mechanics and aluminium design principles

Familiarity with rail standards and product lifecycle processes

CAD/CAM knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes (extrusion, machining, welding, bending)

Excellent problem-solving mindset and ability to manage multiple priorities

Proactive, independent working style with strong collaboration skills

Fluent English (additional languages like German/French are a plus)

What We Offer

A key role in innovative, international rail projects

Collaboration across a diverse European network of experts

Opportunities to influence product development from concept to realization

A dynamic environment with high autonomy and real ownership

Flexible working across multiple European locations

Travel opportunities and exposure to customer-facing activities

A strong focus on safety, quality, and professional development

Equal opportunities
At Hydro, we believe diversity makes us stronger. We welcome diverse experiences and perspectives, and invite all qualified candidates to apply. We review every application fairly and strive to provide equal opportunities for everyone to grow and succeed.

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