DESIGN MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Ariston Group is a global leader in sustainable thermal comfort that offers a unique, extensive range of solutions for climate comfort, water heating and air handling, as well as components and burners. Listed on Euronext Milan since November 2021, in 2024 the group reported over 2.6-billion-euro revenues, with over 10,000 employees, direct presence in 40 countries in 5 continents, 28 production sites and 28 research and development centers. The group demonstrates its commitment to sustainability through the development of renewable and high efficiency solutions, such as heat pumps, water heating heat pumps, hybrids, domestic ventilation, air handling and solar thermal systems. The group also stands out for its continuous investment in technological innovation, digitalization, and advanced connectivity solutions. The group operates under global strategic brands Ariston, Elco and Wolf, and brands such as Calorex, NTI, HTP, Atag, Brink, Chromagen, Racold, as well as Thermowatt and Ecoflam in the components and burners business.
 

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Design Mechanical Engineer to join our Heating Heat Pump R&D Platform. In this role, you will drive the development and design of mechanical parts and assemblies for innovative heat pump units. You will own the mechanical Bill of Materials (BOM), lead the creation of technical documentation, and contribute directly to the development of next‑generation heating solutions.
This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, cross-functional environment with teams across R&D, Procurement, Quality, and Manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Development

• Develop mechanical parts, assemblies, and detailed drawings using SolidWorks in a PLM environment.
  Design mechanical components considering manufacturing constraints (cut & bending, die, molding, piping).

BOM & Documentation

• Manage and develop product BOMs using SAP and PLM systems.
• Create and release detailed technical documentation, including component specifications.

Supplier & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Manage technical aspects with suppliers in partnership with Procurement.
• Collaborate closely with other R&D teams, Quality, and Manufacturing.
• Support Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) in component qualification activities.

Process & Compliance

• Apply PPAP methodologies and tolerance analysis during development.
• Ensure adherence to product development and industrialization processes.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• 4–5 years of experience, ideally in HVAC or White Goods industries.
• Strong proficiency with SolidWorks and PLM systems (3DExperience preferred).
• Experience with manufacturing technologies: Cut & bending, die, mold processes, and piping.
• Strong knowledge of PPAP, tolerance analysis, and industrial development processes.
• Experience in technical supplier management.
• Problem-solving mindset and strong teamwork skills.
• Fluency in English.
• Availability to travel.

Technical Competencies

• SolidWorks 3D CAD modeling
• PLM systems (3DExperience preferred)
• SAP (BOM management)
• Mechanical design of parts & assemblies
• Technical documentation and specification creation
• Product & industrial development processes
• Supplier technical management
• PPAP & tolerance analysis

Why Join Us?

• Work in a rapidly growing and innovation-driven field.
• Contribute to future technologies in sustainable heating and heat pump solutions.
• Collaborate with international and cross-functional teams.
• Shape products with real impact on energy efficiency and environmental performance.

We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all people, by offering a work environment accessible, welcoming and inclusive in compliance with legal obligations.