Product Development Engineer

Description

Job Summary: FRICON is strengthening its Technical Department team by hiring a Product Development Engineer to design, develop, manufacture, and market refrigeration equipment. Key Highlights: 1. Join a world-renowned international group. 2. Clear orientation towards innovation, technology, and sustainability. 3. Develop and oversee refrigeration equipment projects. **Who We Are** FRICON is an industrial company part of a globally recognized international group, dedicated to the design, development, manufacturing, and marketing of refrigeration, conservation, and freezing equipment — all reflecting a clear orientation towards innovation, technology \& sustainability. Our sustained growth strategy over recent years has positioned us today as a relevant, consolidated, and expanded market player. We are now seeking to strengthen our Technical Department team with a Product Development Engineer. **Candidate Profile:** * Higher education degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related fields; * Minimum of 2 years’ professional experience in an industrial environment; * Knowledge of technical drawing analysis; * Language skills (English mandatory; Spanish preferred); * Proficiency in MS Office tools; * General knowledge of 3D design software (Inventor or similar); * Knowledge of refrigeration systems / heat transfer / thermodynamics; * Interpretation and execution of tests. **Main Responsibilities of the Selected Candidate:** * Develop and oversee ongoing projects; * Prepare all types of technical documentation and test reports (electrical, energy, functional, and product suitability tests); * Support the product certification process (CE marking, product homologation/certification); * Assist in defining product structures and coding; * Support the preparation of product technical drawings; * Oversee the compilation of product technical dossiers; * Monitor production and prototype development; * Provide technical support to the Sales and Quality departments in handling customer complaints; * Provide technical assistance to Production and After-Sales; * Plan and track projects according to the established schedule; * Collaborate with supporting departments involved in project development; * Actively contribute to continuous product improvement, cost reduction, and increased company productivity. If you reside in the municipalities of Vila do Conde or Póvoa de Varzim and wish to align your competencies with a group that values them, please send your CV, accompanied by a photo, to recrutamento@fricon.pt referencing the position applied for, or apply via our website https://fricon.pt/opportunities/ Employment Type: Full-time