Experienced Product Development Analyst
Versuni Siuna, North Caribbean Coast, Nicaragua
Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing · 5,001-10,000 employees
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About the role
Manage the end-to-end product development process including 3D modeling, technical documentation, and BOM creation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure production efficiency, quality, and successful industrialization of home appliances.
What they look for
Requirements
Requires a bachelor's degree in Industrial Design or Mechanical Engineering with experience in industrial product development. Proficiency in 2D/3D modeling software and knowledge of manufacturing processes like plastic injection and metal stamping are essential.
Full description
About the role:
We are seeking a Product Development Engineer with a strong background in product development for high volume products, preferably consumer goods for home appliances This professional will be responsible for product development, passing through all stages activities such as 3D modelling, detailed 2D drawings, tolerance analysis and release of components and products. The role aims to foster innovation, production efficiency, and strategic alignment between marketing, design concept, testing, quality and manufacturing teams
The impact you’ll make:
- Manage product development stages
- 3D modeling, 2D drawings, assemblies
- BOM (bill of material) creation.
- Technical and business feasibility analysis.
- Prototyping and DFM (design for manufacturing).
- Components and products validation, support for try-outs.
- Team member for development of new products for home appliances with a focus on innovation, quality, performance, and user-centered design.
- Manage technical documentation, including manuals, assembly instructions, and service documentation.
- Apply Lean methodologies (DFA, FMEA, failure analysis, root cause analysis) for problem-solving and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate closely with Design team, CMF (Color, Material & Finish), and UX/UI teams.
- Support product industrialization initiatives, aiming for cost reduction, zero defect initiatives and faster time-to-market.
- Participate in technical validations during domestic and international travel, ensuring excellence in commissioning new tooling.
- Local development of home appliances for Latin American markets.
- Industrialization projects involving multiple products (plastic injection, metal stamping, assemblies etc.).
- Full development of new products, manufacturing assemblies, plastic, metallic and similar components from idealization up to release to market.
The skills and knowledge you’ll bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, or co-related fields.
- Experience in industrial product development.
- Good experience in 2D and 3D modelling (preferably Siemens NX)
- Material selection knowledge for plastic and metallic components.
- Experience in plastics molds, stamping dies and manufacturing tool validation.
- Knowledge of PLM (product life management) as SAP systems, MasterData, and BOM structuring.
- Advanced English.
- Availability for domestic and international travel.
Nice to have:
- Proficiency in Siemens NX (2D and 3D).
- Basics of FEA and Structural Analysis.
- Previous experience with serial and high-volume products.
- Participation in product industrialization and/or localization processes.
- Experience in development of power electrical products, validations and certification, for blenders, food processors, air fryers and fans are a plus.
- Track record of product launches in Brazil and Latin America.
Ready to make an impact?
From developing game-changing air fryers to perfecting the art of coffee making, Versuni’s purpose is turning houses into homes — and we’re calling on your talent to bring it to life. Join our global team of 6,000+ passionate individuals, work with world-class brands, and shape the future of home living. We’re ready for you — are you ready for us?
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