Mechanical Engineer

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced mechanical design engineer specializing in plastic injection-molded part development to contribute to the next generation of LEGO® bricks. This role involves enhancing brick quality, performance, and manufacturability through innovative engineering and collaborative teamwork.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design and improve existing LEGO® bricks using Siemens NX Design Software.
• Establish and maintain technical specifications for current LEGO® bricks.
• Manage the form, fit, and function of LEGO® bricks to ensure adherence to design principles, quality standards, manufacturing criteria, and play performance.
• Deliver engineering projects on schedule, within budget, and meeting quality standards while following LEGO® governance and development protocols.
• Apply expertise in plastic injection molding, mold design, materials, tolerancing, and manufacturing to create robust and manufacturable LEGO® brick designs.
• Contribute to initiatives aimed at elevating product quality, engineering effectiveness, and productivity.
• Foster a cooperative and inclusive team environment promoting continuous learning and a positive outlook.

Organizational Context

The Element Development Reorders (EDR) team is part of the Existing Element Development within Element & Additive Engineering and plays a crucial role in LEGO Operations. This team is responsible for maintaining and advancing the design of existing LEGO® bricks to meet dynamic play, safety, quality, and regulatory demands while ensuring design excellence. Collaboration with a broad range of stakeholders is vital to deliver durable, manufacturable, and high-quality products. The team also participates actively in quality, productivity, and continuous improvement programs aimed at enhancing product and operational performance.

Candidate Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Design Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in designing plastic parts.
• Proficiency with Siemens NX Design Software.
• Strong knowledge of plastic mold design, injection molding processes, and tooling.
• Familiarity with root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies.
• Excellent collaboration, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to excel in a fast-moving and dynamic workplace.
• A mindset focused on continuous improvement and learning.
• Team-oriented with a proactive, constructive attitude.
• Fluent in both spoken and written English.

Additional Information

Applications will be reviewed continuously; positions may be filled or withdrawn at any time, so early application is encouraged.

Employee Benefits

• Enhanced family care leave with paid options.
• Comprehensive life and disability insurance coverage for staff.
• Supportive wellbeing programs including resources for physical and mental health, community-building opportunities, and creativity encouragement.
• Generous employee discounts from the first day of employment.
• Performance-based bonus schemes for eligible employees.
• Hybrid work policy with an average of three days per week in-office and designated primary workplace location.

Diversity and Inclusion

The LEGO Group is dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and safe culture where every person feels valued and welcome. The company encourages applications from all backgrounds and is committed to equal employment opportunity and pay equity.

Child Safeguarding

Given the organization's commitment to children’s rights and wellbeing worldwide, candidates selected for roles with significant interaction with children must complete Child Safeguarding Background Screening prior to employment.

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