Product Engineer
HAARSLEV · Kielce, Poland
Haarslev is a global leader in rendering and processing technology. Every year, our solutions help transform thousands of tons of by-products into valuable resources. With operations in more than 30 countries, we combine strong engineering capabilities with close customer partnerships. We are now looking for a Product Engineer to join our international Product Governance – Mechanical Team.
What you will be doing
As Product Engineer, your primary responsibility will be to maintain and increase the overall services provided by Product Governance – Mechanical. This includes providing commercial information to Sales, developing the product family, and supporting the organization. Your main areas of responsibility will include:
- Product Portfolio Management
Act as a key driver and subject matter expert in developing and maintaining the product portfolio based on requirements from Sales Excellence. Lead initiatives on standardization and modularization across multiple machine families to ensure production readiness and streamline product release processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize product lifecycle efficiency and maintain consistency across the product range.
- Product Consultancy and Technical Support
Provide expert technical support and product consultancy across the organization, contributing to product governance and decision-making. Prepare and maintain spare parts documentation, lead or participate in standardization projects, and support both local and global teams in product-related matters. Respond effectively to urgent internal or customer needs related to product performance or design issues.
- New Product Development (NPD) and Cost Optimization
Develop and improve next-generation versions of selected machine families, integrating performance enhancements and necessary updates. Identify and execute cost-out projects through data-driven analysis to enhance product competitiveness and profitability. Work closely with engineering, sourcing, and production teams to ensure design improvements meet cost, quality, and delivery targets.
- Claim Handling and Troubleshooting
Conduct thorough troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and field investigations to resolve product claims and ensure optimal customer satisfaction. Gather and analyze data from site visits and customer feedback to drive continuous improvement and ensure reliable, high-performing machine solutions.
You will become part of our Product Governance organization, working closely with colleagues across functions and countries. The position is based at our office in Kielce, Poland, where you will work alongside experienced colleagues with extensive technical expertise and product knowledge. You will report to Product Governance Manager Kåre Bek Vegeberg, who is based in Denmark.
Is this you?We are looking for someone who is genuinely passionate about engineering and technology, with a natural curiosity for product development and how technical solutions can continuously be improved.
We imagine that you have:
- A relevant technical or engineering background. If you are at the beginning of your career, experience from a relevant student job, internship, or time spent studying or working abroad would be an advantage.
- The ability to navigate and adapt in an international and ever-changing environment.
- A proactive and confident approach, with the ability to communicate directly and constructively and stand your ground when needed.
- A solution-oriented mindset, enabling you to handle challenges, changing priorities, and different perspectives.
- You have experience working with Microsoft Office, Autodesk Inventor & Vault, and Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365).
- Good English skills, both written and spoken.
Ready to take the next step?Think this could be a great fit? Send us your application as soon as possible. We review applications on an ongoing basis. We are not asking for a traditional cover letter. Instead, we would like you to answer a question in our application system. This helps us get to know you, your experience, and your motivation a little better.
If you have any questions about the position, you are welcome to contact Kåre Bek Vegeberg, Product Governance Manager, at kbh@haarslev.com. We look forward to hearing from you.