Product Project Engineer (Vileda Professional)

Overview

The Project Engineer–Controlled Environment (Product Project Engineer) shares responsibility between product development and quality / documentation areas within the CE Technical Group. The role holder will have full responsibility for select product line extensions, product upgrades, and optimization / repair projects. There is a steady focus in supporting the new product development "gated" process by testing, product validation / qualification, and benchmark competitive analysis. The role holder may also be responsible for maintaining quality related documentation such as certs and product specifications, including product quality logs and CAPA report resolutions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing customer quality concerns by maintaining and analyzing the complaint log. Proactively initiate corrective actions and continuous improvement measures to enhance product quality based on complaint trends and insights.
• Coordinate and support testing initiatives in Aurora, including validation and qualification testing for new product development. Conduct performance and benchmark testing with competitive analysis, develop and maintain VP-specific test methods aligned with IEST and ASTM / ANSI standards, and execute product quality testing tailored to customer and manufacturing requirements.
• Compile and synthesize test data into comprehensive final reports, including clear executive summaries and detailed technical findings to support internal reviews and external stakeholder communication.
• Lead the development and ongoing maintenance of standardized CE documentation practices, ensuring consistency, regulatory alignment, and cross-functional adoption across product lines. Support sterile validation processes and assist in internal and external audit preparations to ensure regulatory compliance and product safety.
• Lead and manage selected product line extension initiatives, driving cross-functional collaboration to expand offerings and meet evolving market and customer needs.
• Track and analyze competitor products and technical capabilities to identify market trends, innovation opportunities, and strategic advantages.
• Actively engage in cross-functional collaboration to drive creative problem-solving and foster innovation throughout product development and process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Freudenberg Group is a privately held global organization headquartered in Germany. With a presence in 60 countries and a workforce exceeding 50,000 employees, the Freudenberg Group operates across 40 distinct market segments and generates annual sales of more than €11 billion. Freudenberg Home and Cleaning Solutions (FHCS), also known as Freudenberg Household Products (FHP) in North America, is a company of the Freudenberg Group and consists of two business areas : the consumer business and the professional applications business. In both segments, we drive innovation for cleaning systems, household and laundry care products. In fiscal year 2024, we achieved sales of more than 1.3 billion euros. As part of a family-run group of companies with a history spanning over 175 years, at FHCS we develop products that make places cleaner – and life a little easier. We have a passion for cleaning that drives everything we do.

With our two business divisions, Consumer and Professional, we have a powerful brand portfolio. Since 1948, we have been expanding continuously and are now represented in 35 countries with the products of our nine brands. In the U.S., O-Cedar is our established consumer brand, while in Canada, it's known as Vileda. Our professional product line is marketed under the Vileda Professional brand.

For more than 50 years, Vileda Professional has been offering innovative systems for professional cleaning in buildings, healthcare, cleanrooms, and hotels, restaurants, and catering.

Our company culture is based on six core principles that shape our everyday work :

At Freudenberg, we believe that our employees are our greatest asset. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and professional growth. From competitive salaries and health insurance to professional development opportunities and work-life balance initiatives, we are committed to providing a rewarding and supportive work environment. Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions and invests in your future.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We respectfully request that recruitment agencies and third-party recruiters refrain from contacting us regarding this position.

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