Expert Lead Product Engineering (m/f/d)

As Expert Lead Product Engineer, you will play a key role in the development, technical enhancement, and optimisation of our product portfolio. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure our products meet the highest standards in functionality, aesthetics, durability, and cost-efficiency. This role requires expertise in engineering principles, material selection, manufacturing processes, and project management. The position is unlimited and located in Munich.

• define product requirements and specifications with stakeholders
• develop and test prototypes, ensuring functionality, performance, and manufacturability
• create technical drawings and resolve design challenges to optimise product performance
• bridge the gap between product design and technical functionality for feasible, high-quality constructions
• evaluate commercial impact, balancing innovation, cost-efficiency, and market competitiveness.
• drive efficiency in the development pipeline to ensure high project throughput
• manage project deadlines, resources, and cross-functional collaboration for seamless development
• conduct rigorous testing, analyse results, and implement necessary design/process improvements
• work with manufacturing teams to optimise production processes, scalability, and cost-efficiency
• use customer feedback and industry insights to drive continuous improvement and innovation

• 7+ years of experience in product development or engineering, preferably in furniture and lighting
• bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Industrial/Product Design, or related field
• proficient in CAD (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and simulation tools
• strong knowledge of materials (wood, metal, polymers, glass), manufacturing processes
• experience with agile development and ISO/Six Sigma
• expertise in sustainable materials and eco-friendly design, ergonomics, and human-centric design principles in furniture
• understanding of market research and customer insights
• strong problem-solving, communication, and project management skills
• fluency in English; additional European languages are a plus

• an inspiring, international, informal and nonpolitical environment for you to take ownership and grow your career
• a unique culture based on trust, support, and collaboration where we foster open communication with our biweekly Company All-Hands, feedback channels like Officevibe and regular Q&A sessions 
• flexible working mode: roughly 60% remote, 40% in-office working policy, read more here 
• up to 4 weeks temporary work-from-anywhere per year 
• 30 days of paid vacation per year
• a beautiful, centrally located and dog-friendly office with free beverages, cafeteria with different lunch options, open spaces and sunny terrace
• 40% off Westwing Collection in our shop, 25% off all third-party brands, 10% family & friends voucher, Westwing Vouchers for special occasions
• regular and legendary company and team events like Movie Nights, Oktoberfest, Summer Parties, and more
• health and wellbeing offerings including sports membership, mental health support and coaching, vaccinations, skin checkups and more
• discounted green mobility options with public transport or JobRad
• company daycare “Westwing Wichtel” next to our HQ office and cooperation with Elly & Stoffl, a multilingual daycare with several locations in Munich
• subsidized company pension scheme  
• “Social Impact Day” p.a. to use for doing good for environment and/or society