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Mechanical Engineering R&D - Additive Manufacturing

HP Sant Cugat del Valles Hybrid senior full-time

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Description

This role is responsible for designing, developing, and validating mechanical solutions for additive manufacturing systems.

As part of the Mechanical Engineering R&D organization within the Additive Manufacturing business, the engineer contributes to the development of complex mechanical systems, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, reliable, and manufacturable solutions across Polymer and Metal technologies.

The role requires strong engineering fundamentals, sound technical judgment, and the ability to independently drive subsystem development while collaborating across functions to balance performance, quality, cost, and schedule.

Responsibilities

  • Own mechanical subsystem development from concept generation through design, prototyping, validation, and product release.
  • Perform engineering analyses, tolerance stack-ups, and design trade-off studies to support technical decisions.
  • Define, execute, and analyze experimental plans to validate designs and investigate technical issues.
  • Drive root cause analysis and implement robust engineering solutions based on test data and analytical reasoning.
  • Collaborate with WS, EE, FW, Thermals, Materials, HWQA, OPS, PPSC, CA throughout the product development lifecycle.
  • Lead technical discussions and design reviews within the project team.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering methodologies, design practices, and development processes.
  • Provide technical guidance and knowledge sharing to junior engineers and peers.

Education & Experience Recommended

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
  • Typically 5–8 years of experience in mechanical product development, preferably within complex electromechanical systems or industrial equipment.
  • Experience taking products or subsystems from concept through validation and release into production.

Benefits

  • A truly international experience: Work in a global organization with colleagues from 60+ nationalities, collaborating across cultures and geographies.
  • Continuous growth & career development: Multiple internal mobility and career opportunities, supported by HP’s learning platform to keep growing your skills.
  • Competitive benefits package, including:
  • Hybrid work model (home office / office), depending on the role/functions
  • Health & Life insurance
  • Ticket Restaurant Vouchers or lunch at reduced prices at our canteen
  • Flexible working hours to support work–life balance
  • HP Flex Program: Kindergarten vouchers & Transport Card
  • Exclusive HP products offers and discounts for employees, friends and family
  • Inclusion & belonging at the core: Join our global employee networks such as Women, Pride, Inclusion, NextGen, Sustainability & DisAbility, with opportunities to get involved locally.
  • Give back to the community: Participate in volunteering initiatives or join our annual HP Charity Day held onsite.
  • Stay active & energized: Access our sports center (indoor & outdoor) with 25+ coordinated activities.
  • Onsite medical services: Doctor and medical team available for annual checkups, nutrition, oral hygiene, physiotherapy, and general health.
  • Creativity & innovation: Enjoy our Printing Happy Hour,from photos to large posters,and hands-on workshops using the latest printing technologies, from wall covers to 3D printing.
  • Easy commuting: Free parking available or excellent access via nearby train services.

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