Manufacturing Engineer – Design for Manufacturing, DfM
Norway
Full Time
1 hour ago
No Sponsorship
Key skills
AssemblyCommunicationProblem SolvingCollaboration
About this role
Role Overview
Contribute to cross‑functional product development teams as the design‑for‑manufacturing expert
Ensure DfM and DfA principles are applied throughout the product lifecycle, from early concept and system architecture through detailed design, pilot builds, and series production
Balance trade‑offs between functionality, performance, quality, cost, reliability, and manufacturability to achieve robust product designs
Serve as the “voice of manufacturing” throughout the development process
Identify and mitigate manufacturing and quality risks using structured methods such as D‑FMEA, P‑FMEA, and root cause analysis
Collaborate closely with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and external partners to ensure designs align with real production conditions
Contribute to continuous improvement of both products and development processes based on production feedback and testing results
Requirements
Degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics, or a related discipline
5 years of relevant experience in Design for Manufacturing / Design for Assembly, manufacturing or industrial engineering and new Product Introduction (NPI), industrialization, or production ramp‑up
Solid expertise in at least one of the following areas: Mechanical DfM, such as sheet metal forming, stamping, die casting, injection molding, machining, or structural assemblies
Electrical / electronics DfM, such as PCBA design for manufacturing and test, cabling and harness systems, mixed‑signal electronics, or production test concepts
Working knowledge of design and/or Process FMEA, root cause analysis and corrective action methods and PLM systems and engineering change processes
Experience working close to both product development and manufacturing is a plus
Hands‑on and analytical mindset, with an interest in testing, validation, and practical problem solving
Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across disciplines and organizational boundaries
Willingness to travel between AutoStore’s facilities in Oslo, Nedre Vats, and Koszalin, Poland.
Tech Stack
Assembly
Benefits
A creative, safe, and solid workplace in a business experiencing tremendous growth – Norway's first unicorn company listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange
A company culture where we recognize and applaud everyone's contributions in making decisions
Competitive compensation and benefits package including good pension and insurance scheme