Are you passionate about mechanical design with a focus on plastic components?

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Would you like to contribute to the development of innovative products in an international R&D; environment?

Are you motivated by technical challenges and continuous improvement?

ABOUT TENNANT

Tennant Company is a globally recognized leader in the cleaning equipment industry. For the past 150 years, we have been passionate about developing and manufacturing innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers. At Tennant Company, we are committed to stewardship and creating a cleaner, safer and healthier world. With manufacturing, operations and sales, service, and support functions across the globe, your journey at Tennant can take you to places you never expected.

To strengthen our R&D; Department, we are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Mechanical Engineer – Plastic Components who will focus on the design and development of plastic parts and assemblies.

In this role, you will contribute across the full product development lifecycle—from concept to production—working in close collaboration with cross-functional teams such as Production Engineering, Product Certification, and Service.

You will play a key role in ensuring that plastic components meet performance, cost, and manufacturability targets, supporting both new product development and continuous improvement initiatives.





Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies with a focus on plastic parts

Ensure designs meet functional, manufacturing, and cost requirements

Create and maintain 3D models and 2D drawings using CAD tools

Manage Bills of Materials (BOM) and related data within the PLM system

Support prototyping, testing, and validation activities

Select suitable plastic materials and define appropriate manufacturing processes (e.g., injection molding)

Ensure compliance with product certification standards and quality requirements

Prepare and maintain technical documentation throughout the development process

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Previous experience in mechanical design, with exposure to plastic components (entry-level profiles also considered)

Good knowledge of 3D CAD tools (preferably PTC Creo)

Familiarity with PLM systems (Windchill is a plus)

Understanding of plastic materials and manufacturing processes, especially injection molding

Fluency in English, both written and spoken

Good organizational and multitasking abilities The offer includes direct employment with the company on a permanent contract, with a gross annual salary ranging from €34,000 to €45,000.

Placement within the range will depend on factors such as experience, qualifications, demonstrated capabilities, and internal equity. xkiyazw In addition to base salary, employees may be eligible for a competitive benefits package and applicable incentive programs.

📌 Mechanical Engineer - Plastic Components (Reggio Emilia)
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