Development Engineer Mechanics

Introduction The Development Engineer, Mechanics designs and develops plastic housings, covers, electronic connectors, gear transmission components and systems for commercial HVAC field devices using injection molded technologies. The role ensures product performance, quality, cost efficiency, and manufacturability across the entire product lifecycle – from concept and feasibility through development, industrialization, series support, design changes, and end of life.

The Development Engineer acts as a technical expert, assuming ownership of complex mechanical subsystems (e.g., critical housings or gear trains) and leading technical execution within development projects.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop injection‑molded plastic housings, covers, electronic connectors, and gear transmission components. Independently design mechanical components and assemblies (e.g., housings, covers, connectors, gears) and create production ready CAD and drawings using GD&T. Define materials, surface finishes, and manufacturing processes supporting functional, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

Own mechanical design responsibility for key product components or subsystems (e.g., housing platform or gearbox family). Drive design quality, robustness, and manufacturability; define verification plans and signoff on release packages. Lead mechanical workstreams within projects, planning deliverables, and aligning with project milestones.

Coach junior engineers, support technical decision‑making and review their work products (CAD, drawings, analyses). Coordinate testing, validation, and release activities for owned subsystems. Analyze test data, propose corrective actions, and contribute to risk mitigation. Work closely with engineers, technicians, procurement, and quality teams Improve development methods, tools, and workflows (e.

g., standardization of design features, templates, and checklists). Support standardization initiatives for plastics, gear elements, and design guidelines. Required Expertise BSc or MSc in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent 5+ years of mechanical product development, including significant exposure to injection molded components and gear transmissions.

Advanced mechanical design and manufacturing knowledge; strong understanding of HVAC applications. Technical leadership skills without formal line authority; ability to drive projects with clearly defined technical guidelines. Strong willingness to learn Structured and detail-oriented working style Team-oriented, proactive attitude with good communication skills Strong analytical and decision‑making skills; structured, proactive and results‑oriented; effective at coaching less‑experienced engineers.

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English German language skills are a plus This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or support such as H1B, TN, E-3, CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, or employment based permanent residence processes, now or in the future. People at Belimo Smart buildings start with dedicated people.

We bring talented people together and foster an environment to succeed. At Belimo, respect, trust, and support across departments help ideas move quickly into real-world solutions, because we achieve more together than we ever could alone. About Belimo Belimo is the global market leader in the development, production, and sales of field devices for the energy-efficient control of heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems.

The focus of our core business is on damper actuators, control valves, sensors and meters. Founded in 1975, the company has been listed on the Swiss Exchange (SIX) since 1995.

Compensation

& Benefits Belimo is committed to paying all employees in a fair, equitable and transparent manner. The base pay for this position ranges from $95,000-$115,000 annually with a target performance bonus of 15% of an employee’s annual base salary.

Compensation

is based on several factors including geographic location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. Belimo is a total compensation company which includes a comprehensive benefits package including a full range of medical, financial, and other competitive benefits. Belimo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. #We. Are. Belimo