Product Development Engineer

Siemens AG
  • Hoffman Estates, IL
    6 days ago

    Job Description

    Product Development Engineer

    Job ID

    527095

    Posted since

    26-Oct-2026

    Organization

    Digital Industries

    Field of work

    Research & Development

    Company

    Siemens Industry Software S.r.l.

    Experience level

    Experienced Professional

    Job type

    Full-time

    Work mode

    Hybrid (Remote/Office)

    Employment type

    Permanent

    Any Siemens location in

    • Romania

    Hello World, We are hiring!

    We empower our people to stay resilient and relevant in a constantly changing world. We're looking for people who are always searching for creative ways to grow and learn. People who want to make a real impact, now and in the future.

    Does that sound like you? Then it seems like you'd make a great addition to our vibrant team.

    Siemens Software, a business unit of the Siemens Digital Industries, is a leading global provider of software solutions to drive the digital transformation of industry, creating new opportunities for manufacturers to realize innovation.

    About this Role:

    The Product Development Engineer is responsible for assisting in the development, design, testing, and improvement of products from initial concept through to production and market launch. The role combines engineering expertise, creative problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver innovative, reliable, cost-effective, and high-quality products that meet customer requirements and business objectives.

    The Product Development Engineer works closely with teams across Engineering, R&D, Quality, and Product Management to ensure that products are technically feasible, manufacturable, compliant with applicable standards, and optimized for performance, cost, and quality. The role also involves collaborating with other Siemens stakeholders to deliver on requirements provided by Product Management, delivering state-of-the-art products and features with fast performance and a compelling user interface based on the best-suited architecture, safeguarding the quality of existing software, and applying the agile development methodology as defined in the Product Creation Process.

    What you will be doing:

    Product Design and Development

    • Develop new products and improve existing products based on customer needs, market requirements, and business objectives.
    • Translate product requirements and concepts into technical specifications, designs, prototypes, and engineering solutions.
    • Evaluate materials, components, technologies, and manufacturing processes to identify the most suitable solutions.
    • Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and design analysis reviews throughout the product development process.
    • Evaluate the developed functionality in the Simcenter Testlab application and give feedback to the development team.
    • Give internal demos and training on new functionality and update the user manuals.
    • Produce release collateral documentation, such as fixed issues, known issues, and other relevant information.

    Testing, Validation, and Quality

    • Plan and execute product testing, verification, and validation activities.
    • Analyze test results, identify design weaknesses, and propose corrective actions.
    • Ensure products meet defined performance, safety, reliability, and quality requirements.
    • Support root cause analysis and problem-solving activities related to product performance and design issues.
    • Contribute to design risk assessments, failure analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.

    Manufacturing and Industrialization

    • Support prototype builds, pilot production, process validation, and product ramp-up.
    • Identify opportunities to improve manufacturability, reduce production costs, and optimize product performance.
    • Resolve technical issues during production and support engineering changes when required.

    Project Management and Cross-Functional Collaboration

    • Coordinate engineering activities within product development projects, ensuring milestones, timelines, and deliverables are achieved.
    • Work closely with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and external partners to resolve technical challenges.
    • Prepare technical reports, project updates, and presentations for relevant stakeholders.
    • Support change management, design reviews, and product lifecycle management activities.
    • Contribute to the successful transfer of new products from development to serial production.

    Continuous Improvement and Innovation

    • Identify opportunities for product innovation, cost reduction, and performance improvement.
    • Evaluate new technologies, materials, and engineering methods.
    • Apply lessons learned and best practices to improve product development processes.
    • Contribute to standardization, sustainability, and design-for-manufacturing initiatives.

    Qualifications and Experience

    • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, Product Design Engineering, or a related technical field.
    • Experience in product development, design engineering, R&D, or a similar engineering role.
    • Knowledge of product design principles, engineering processes, and manufacturing technologies.
    • Strong or expert knowledge of Noise and Vibration, data acquisition and processing, and digital signal processing.
    • Understanding of product testing, validation, quality assurance, and risk assessment methodologies.
    • Experience working in cross-functional teams and contributing to technical projects.
    • Knowledge of applicable industry standards, regulatory requirements, and quality management systems, where relevant.

    Technical Skills

    • Engineering analysis, testing, and validation methods.
    • Root cause analysis and structured problem-solving techniques.
    • Data analysis, technical reporting, and documentation.

    Key Competencies

    • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to get to the root cause.
    • Creative thinking and a solution-oriented mindset.
    • Attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
    • Effective and clear communication (both spoken and written) and collaboration skills.
    • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize competing deadlines.
    • Proactive approach to identifying risks and opportunities.
    • Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic development environment.
    • Ownership of technical deliverables and commitment to continuous improvement.
    • Ability to proactively identify upcoming risks, issues, and bottlenecks and communicate them to stakeholders.
    • Ability to think like an end user of an application used by test engineers and test operators.
    • Eagerness to create new application functionality or extend existing functionality, understanding its importance for our customers.
    • Team player who gives input and is open to feedback, with the ability to work independently.
    • Dynamic and stress-resistant, combining analytical thinking with a results-oriented approach.

    Working at Siemens Software

    A collection of over 377,000 minds building the future one day at a time in over 200 countries. We're dedicated to equality, and we welcome applications that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. All employment decisions at Siemens are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Bring your curiosity and creativity and help us shape tomorrow.

    Siemens is not the same manufacturing company as in the past. We are helping our customers get to tomorrow faster through innovation and digitalization and are transforming alongside them. We are a modern, forward-looking software company, with the opportunities of a large corporation, where your opportunities are endless. The role you apply for today is only the first step in your Siemens journey.

    Compensation & Benefits

    The primary location for this opportunity is Romania. The applicable salary range for this location is:

    RON 145,300 - RON 276,000 (Romania)

    This role is eligible to earn incentive compensation. The actual compensation offered is based on the successful candidate's job-related skills, experience, and relevant education/training. Siemens offers health and wellness benefits to employees; you can access the benefits available in your country via the link: https://jobs.sw.siemens.com/benefits/

    This position may also be posted in additional locations beyond those specified above. For such locations, the applicable salary ranges and benefits will be disclosed by the Talent Acquisition Partner at the time of initial contact, in accordance with local legal requirements.

    Diversity & Inclusion

    We value equal opportunities and welcome applications from all candidates. At Siemens, we believe people who've had real experiences dealing with being different will excel as leaders. Let's foster a culture of creativity and innovation. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

    Siemens. Making real what matters

    If you want to make a difference - make it with us!

    #DISWSIM

    #LI-Hybrid

    Job ID

    527095

    Posted since

    26-Oct-2026

    Organization

    Digital Industries

    Field of work

    Research & Development

    Company

    Siemens Industry Software S.r.l.

    Experience level

    Experienced Professional

    Job type

    Full-time

    Work mode

    Hybrid (Remote/Office)

    Employment type

    Permanent

    Any Siemens location in

    • Romania

    Hello World, We are hiring!

    We empower our people to stay resilient and relevant in a constantly changing world. We're looking for people who are always searching for creative ways to grow and learn. People who want to make a real impact, now and in the future.

    Does that sound like you? Then it seems like you'd make a great addition to our vibrant team.

    Siemens Software, a business unit of the Siemens Digital Industries, is a leading global provider of software solutions to drive the digital transformation of industry, creating new opportunities for manufacturers to realize innovation.

    About this Role:

    The Product Development Engineer is responsible for assisting in the development, design, testing, and improvement of products from initial concept through to production and market launch. The role combines engineering expertise, creative problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver innovative, reliable, cost-effective, and high-quality products that meet customer requirements and business objectives.

    The Product Development Engineer works closely with teams across Engineering, R&D, Quality, and Product Management to ensure that products are technically feasible, manufacturable, compliant with applicable standards, and optimized for performance, cost, and quality. The role also involves collaborating with other Siemens stakeholders to deliver on requirements provided by Product Management, delivering state-of-the-art products and features with fast performance and a compelling user interface based on the best-suited architecture, safeguarding the quality of existing software, and applying the agile development methodology as defined in the Product Creation Process.

    What you will be doing:

    Product Design and Development

    • Develop new products and improve existing products based on customer needs, market requirements, and business objectives.
    • Translate product requirements and concepts into technical specifications, designs, prototypes, and engineering solutions.
    • Evaluate materials, components, technologies, and manufacturing processes to identify the most suitable solutions.
    • Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and design analysis reviews throughout the product development process.
    • Evaluate the developed functionality in the Simcenter Testlab application and give feedback to the development team.
    • Give internal demos and training on new functionality and update the user manuals.
    • Produce release collateral documentation, such as fixed issues, known issues, and other relevant information.

    Testing, Validation, and Quality

    • Plan and execute product testing, verification, and validation activities.
    • Analyze test results, identify design weaknesses, and propose corrective actions.
    • Ensure products meet defined performance, safety, reliability, and quality requirements.
    • Support root cause analysis and problem-solving activities related to product performance and design issues.
    • Contribute to design risk assessments, failure analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.

    Manufacturing and Industrialization

    • Support prototype builds, pilot production, process validation, and product ramp-up.
    • Identify opportunities to improve manufacturability, reduce production costs, and optimize product performance.
    • Resolve technical issues during production and support engineering changes when required.

    Project Management and Cross-Functional Collaboration

    • Coordinate engineering activities within product development projects, ensuring milestones, timelines, and deliverables are achieved.
    • Work closely with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and external partners to resolve technical challenges.
    • Prepare technical reports, project updates, and presentations for relevant stakeholders.
    • Support change management, design reviews, and product lifecycle management activities.
    • Contribute to the successful transfer of new products from development to serial production.

    Continuous Improvement and Innovation

    • Identify opportunities for product innovation, cost reduction, and performance improvement.
    • Evaluate new technologies, materials, and engineering methods.
    • Apply lessons learned and best practices to improve product development processes.
    • Contribute to standardization, sustainability, and design-for-manufacturing initiatives.

    Qualifications and Experience

    • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, Product Design Engineering, or a related technical field.
    • Experience in product development, design engineering, R&D, or a similar engineering role.
    • Knowledge of product design principles, engineering processes, and manufacturing technologies.
    • Strong or expert knowledge of Noise and Vibration, data acquisition and processing, and digital signal processing.
    • Understanding of product testing, validation, quality assurance, and risk assessment methodologies.
    • Experience working in cross-functional teams and contributing to technical projects.
    • Knowledge of applicable industry standards, regulatory requirements, and quality management systems, where relevant.

    Technical Skills

    • Engineering analysis, testing, and validation methods.
    • Root cause analysis and structured problem-solving techniques.
    • Data analysis, technical reporting, and documentation.

    Key Competencies

    • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to get to the root cause.
    • Creative thinking and a solution-oriented mindset.
    • Attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
    • Effective and clear communication (both spoken and written) and collaboration skills.
    • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize competing deadlines.
    • Proactive approach to identifying risks and opportunities.
    • Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic development environment.
    • Ownership of technical deliverables and commitment to continuous improvement.
    • Ability to proactively identify upcoming risks, issues, and bottlenecks and communicate them to stakeholders.
    • Ability to think like an end user of an application used by test engineers and test operators.
    • Eagerness to create new application functionality or extend existing functionality, understanding its importance for our customers.
    • Team player who gives input and is open to feedback, with the ability to work independently.
    • Dynamic and stress-resistant, combining analytical thinking with a results-oriented approach.

    Working at Siemens Software

    A collection of over 377,000 minds building the future one day at a time in over 200 countries. We're dedicated to equality, and we welcome applications that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. All employment decisions at Siemens are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Bring your curiosity and creativity and help us shape tomorrow.

    Siemens is not the same manufacturing company as in the past. We are helping our customers get to tomorrow faster through innovation and digitalization and are transforming alongside them. We are a modern, forward-looking software company, with the opportunities of a large corporation, where your opportunities are endless. The role you apply for today is only the first step in your Siemens journey.

    Compensation & Benefits

    The primary location for this opportunity is Romania. The applicable salary range for this location is:

    RON 145,300 - RON 276,000 (Romania)

    This role is eligible to earn incentive compensation. The actual compensation offered is based on the successful candidate's job-related skills, experience, and relevant education/training. Siemens offers health and wellness benefits to employees; you can access the benefits available in your country via the link: https://jobs.sw.siemens.com/benefits/

    This position may also be posted in additional locations beyond those specified above. For such locations, the applicable salary ranges and benefits will be disclosed by the Talent Acquisition Partner at the time of initial contact, in accordance with local legal requirements.

    Diversity & Inclusion

    We value equal opportunities and welcome applications from all candidates. At Siemens, we believe people who've had real experiences dealing with being different will excel as leaders. Let's foster a culture of creativity and innovation. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

    Siemens. Making real what matters

    If you want to make a difference - make it with us!

    #DISWSIM

    #LI-Hybrid

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    Numbers & Facts

    LocationHoffman Estates, IL

    Skills

    • Agile Programming Methodologiesunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Best Practicesunmatched
    • Change Managementunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Compensation and Benefitsunmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Corrective Actionunmatched
    • Cost Controlunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Data Analysisunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Digital Signal Processing (DSP)unmatched
    • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
    • Failure Analysisunmatched
    • Feasibility Analysisunmatched
    • High Tech Industryunmatched
    • Industrial Engineeringunmatched
    • Industry Standardsunmatched
    • Interviewing Skillsunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Manufacturing/Industrial Processesunmatched
    • Materials Engineeringunmatched
    • Materials Testingunmatched
    • Mechanical Engineeringunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Performance Managementunmatched
    • Performance Tuning/Optimizationunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Process Manufacturingunmatched
    • Process Validationunmatched
    • Product Costingunmatched
    • Product Designunmatched
    • Product Developmentunmatched
    • Product Engineeringunmatched
    • Product Lifecycle Managementunmatched
    • Product Managementunmatched
    • Product Planningunmatched
    • Product Reviewsunmatched
    • Product Testingunmatched
    • Production Costingunmatched
    • Production Supportunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Prototypingunmatched
    • Quality Assuranceunmatched
    • Quality Assurance Methodologyunmatched
    • Quality Managementunmatched
    • Quality System Requirements (QSR)unmatched
    • Regulatory Requirementsunmatched
    • Reporting Skillsunmatched
    • Requirements Managementunmatched
    • Research & Development (R&D)unmatched
    • Risk Analysisunmatched
    • Root Cause Analysisunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Software Testingunmatched
    • Sustainabilityunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Technical Deliveryunmatched
    • Technical Supportunmatched
    • Technical Writingunmatched
    • Technical/Engineering Designunmatched
    • Test Designunmatched
    • Testingunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • User Interface/Experience (UI/UX)unmatched
    • Validation Testingunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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