Grivel, founded in 1818 at the foot of Monte Bianco, is one of the world leaders in technical mountain and climbing equipment. It develops, manufactures, and sells its products all over the world, with 90% of exports to over 50 countries. A global and dynamic company, it is based in Valle d'Aosta but has a constant projection towards the world.
Grivel is seeking a Senior Product Developer to turn mountain experience, technical insight and innovative ideas into exceptional equipment for climbers and mountaineers. You will lead the development of new products and the evolution of existing ones, from the initial brief and concept through design, prototyping, testing, industrialisation and production launch. Combining hands‑on technical expertise with sound commercial judgment, you will deliver products that meet demanding expectations for safety, performance, reliability, usability and quality. Working closely with colleagues across product, design, engineering, quality, production and commercial functions, as well as suppliers, athletes and mountain professionals, you will translate real user needs into robust, manufacturable solutions. You will take responsibility for technical decisions, development milestones and product readiness, helping shape the next generation of Grivel equipment while building on the brand’s heritage of innovation. Support product strategy and range planning. Work with management to create and regularly update Grivel’s product plan and product pyramid, defining the role, positioning and price level of products within each category. Lead product development from concept to production. Own assigned projects, establishing clear requirements, development plans, milestones and deliverables, and coordinating the contributors needed to bring products successfully to market.



Translate user needs into product specifications. Gather insights from climbers, mountaineers, athletes, guides, customers and commercial teams. Turn these insights into clear requirements for function, ergonomics, performance, weight, durability and target cost. Create and evaluate concepts, select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes, and produce or oversee CAD models, technical drawings, specifications and bills of materials. Drive prototyping and validation. Plan prototype iterations, laboratory testing and field trials. Analyse results, investigate failures and refine designs until agreed performance and quality requirements are met. Work with quality specialists and external testing or certification partners to identify applicable requirements, assess product risks and ensure the necessary validation and technical documentation are completed before release. Collaborate with production teams and suppliers on tooling, tolerances, assembly, process capability and quality controls. Resolve technical issues during pilot builds and support the transition to consistent production. Balance performance, cost and environmental impact. Make informed design decisions that consider safety, functionality, manufacturability, sourcing, durability, repairability and material efficiency. Communicate technical requirements clearly, assess proposed solutions,



review samples and tooling, and address issues affecting quality, timing or cost. Improve products throughout their lifecycle. Use production feedback, field experience, returns and customer insights to identify root causes, implement improvements and manage technical changes with appropriate validation and traceability. Explore emerging materials, technologies and manufacturing methods; assess competitor products; and propose credible opportunities for product differentiation. Share expertise, mentor less experienced colleagues and strengthen development methods, documentation and design reviews. Provide accurate technical information, product limitations and validated performance evidence to support instructions, training and commercial communications. Skills and experience Strong technical expertise in mechanical design, materials and manufacturing processes, with the ability to translate product concepts into reliable, manufacturable solutions. Advanced proficiency in 3D CAD , including component and assembly modelling, technical drawings, tolerances and design documentation. Practical knowledge of prototyping methods , including 3D printing, and the ability to select appropriate methods for evaluating form, function and performance. Proven experience developing technical products , from initial requirements through prototyping, testing, industrialisation and production launch. A rigorous approach to product safety and validation , including risk assessment, test planning, analysis of results and root-cause investigation. Strong understanding of mountain equipment, user needs and the competitive landscape , with the ability to turn market and field insights into meaningful product improveme

📌 Product Developer (Italia)
🏢 Grivel
📍 Italia