MET Helmets (Italy) - We are looking for a Product Development Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development of innovative new products from concept to production. This role combines hands-on product design and development with project management, ensuring technical feasibility, manufacturability, and high-quality execution. You will work closely with designers, engineers, and manufacturers to develop product specifications, create 3D CAD models, and manage the development timeline up to a successful market launch.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop helmets, parts, and accessories, balancing functionality, aesthetics, and manufacturability.
• Translate product concepts into technical specifications by collaborating with designers.
• Create 3D CAD models and technical drawings to support engineering and development.
• Lead product development projects, managing timelines, resources, and milestones to ensure on-time delivery.
• Work closely with suppliers to optimize materials, manufacturing processes, and cost-efficiency.
• Drive the feasibility study, tooling development, and sample validation processes with suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards.
• Develop functional prototypes to validate product performance.
• Conduct research on innovative product solutions.
• Identify and resolve technical challenges throughout the development cycle.
• Maintain detailed documentation, including project plans, technical reports, and test data.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external partners to align on project goals and updates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design & Engineering or a related field.
• 3+ years relevant experience, ideally in the sporting goods industry.
• Strong proficiency in CAD/CAS design, particularly with Siemens NX and Autodesk Alias.
• Strong project management skills, with experience managing complex product development timelines.
• Knowledge of helmet manufacturing processes, including injection molding, composites and vacuum forming.
• Expertise in materials, engineering principles, and prototyping techniques.
• Experience working with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure feasibility and production readiness.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities to coordinate cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Fluent Italian (native or equivalent proficiency).
• Fluent English.
• Passion for cycling and outdoor sports.
• Availability to travel to Asia to work directly with manufacturers.

Work Location - Talamona (SO), Italy.

If you have the skills and passion to join our team, please email your resume and cover letter to job@met-helmets.com.