Sales Project Manager – Sealing Technologies

Production Engineer – Sealing Technologies (all genders)

Are you passionate about advanced rubber manufacturing technologies and enjoy working in an international, customer-focused environment? We are looking for an experienced Production Engineer to strengthen our Sealing Technology Project Management team and drive technical excellence across rubber molding technologies, supplier development, and product industrialization.

Hiring Location: Either in North Italy or South of Germany (therefore 2 job ads)

YOUR MISSION
- Provide technical leadership and expertise for injection and compression molded rubber components, including tooling design, compound selection, and manufacturing processes for engineering projects.
- Lead engineering support during the quotation process by performing advanced should‑cost analyses, validating technical concepts, and selecting the most suitable manufacturing partners.
- Drive Design‑to‑Cost initiatives by challenging and optimizing material selection, tooling concepts, product design, and production technologies.




- Manage Make‑or‑Buy decisions, supplier selection, and the complete sampling process from prototype order through PPAP/approval to successful serial production.
- Optimize Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) by developing and managing a high‑performing supplier portfolio while ensuring quality, cost competitiveness, and supply reliability.
- Support business growth by leading engineering projects, executing product and business development strategies, and acting as the technical competence center for rubber molding technologies.
- Collaborate closely with sales, sourcing, suppliers, and cross‑functional international teams to deliver innovative and competitive customer solutions while promoting technical excellence across the organization.

YOUR PROFILE
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline (Bachelor's, Master's, FH, or University