Mechanical Design Engineer

A Japanese electronic components manufacturer in suburb of Paris is currently recruiting a French-speaking Mechanical Engineer to join their Development Department as they are expanding their business in Europe.
It is an international working environment, and they are looking to set up a product development function in Europe in near future.

TYPE: Permanent, full-time
WORKING HOURS: 08:30 - 17:00 (Monday- Thursday) and on Fridays 08:30 - 16:00 ; including 30mins lunch break
SALARY: TBD
START: ASAP
LOCATION: Suburb of Paris, France (Currently 2 days in the office, 3 days’ work from home – this may change depending on the company’s decision.)
BENEFIT: Company car, pension etc

Mechanical Design Engineer Main Responsibilities:
• Product development of electronic components used in industrial machinery, consumer equipment, and automobiles (3D CAD: SolidWorks)
• Define customer requirements
• Design and evaluation of products according to requirements
• Liaise between Japan headquarters and customers in product development
• Technical follow-up during product sales pitches
• Prototype support
• Attendance at exhibitions
• Technical support - Response to product defects
• Close cooperation with other departments within the company

Mechanical Design Engineer Ideal Candidate:
• A background in mechanical engineering is required
• 2 years' experience designing as a Mechanical Engineer
• Proficiency in SolidWorks is advanced
• Experience in product development is preferred
• Native level of French and Business level English
• Understanding of Japanese corporate culture is advanced
• A team player's mind-set

** All applicants must have the right to work in France as the Company is not able to offer visa support. or