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Vendors Youtube, Linkedin Accept these cookies Decline all non-necessary cookies Skip to main content Career menu Start Jobs Product Development & R&D - R&D Core · NOVENCO Building & Industry A/S - Næstved Mechanical engineer for R&D Develop and optimise high performance fan solutions through mechanical design, analysis, testing and delivering measurable improvements in performance, cost and manufacturability for NOVENCO Apply for this job Customers expect high performance fans and ventilation products that deliver worldclass efficiency, long lifetime, low environment foot print and compliance with different markets. Meeting these expectations requires robust mechanical development from concept to validation. We’re hiring a Mechanical Development Engineer to strengthen our R&D Core team in Næstved, ensuring optimized designs, validated performance, and documented compliance across both new products and enhancements of our existing fan platforms. Standardization and modularization is very important for the fan range we are suppling to the market. Novenco has a wide product range, covering standard conditions, ATEX/Ex, Smoke control fans and fans operating in harsh environment. Your impact Develop and optimise mechanical designs for fans, components and accessories across multiple development projects annually, ensuring manufacturability and performance, based on standardization and modularization principles Prepare and update 3D models, drawings and BOMs in Autodesk Inventor and Vault Pro, supporting accurate production data in IFS ERP Perform stress analysis using FEA to optimize and validate structural integrity, material thicknesses and safety margins Execute mechanical measurements in lab, factory and at customer sites, securing reliable test data for design decisions Identify and implement cost reduction and performance improvement opportunities, reducing material use or assembly time by measurable percentages in balancing with optimization on low CO2 foot print Support troubleshooting on warranty cases, product issues and optimisation tasks, delivering structured root cause findings Interpret and apply relevant norms and standards, ensuring CE/ATEX ready documentation and compliant designs What drives success Experience in mechanical engineering within ventilation, rotating machinery, product development or similar Strong CAD capability with Inventor/Vault, and confidence in producing manufacturing ready drawings Hands on experience with sheet metal, machined parts, and composite/metal assemblies Solid understanding of FEA, vibrations and balancing to support design validation Knowledge of CE/ATEX documentation and practical implementation in mechanical designs Structured problem-solver able to combine analytical knowledge with practical implementation Collaborative communicator who works naturally with electrical, controls, PTA, test engineers and suppliers What we offer Competitive salary and employee benefits in line with company policy 25 days’ vacation plus 5 days Feriefri after qualifying period Pension scheme with company contribution Access to healthcare scheme Life assurance and critical illness cover Company mobile phone and laptop Opportunities for professional development, training via NOVENCollege and clear progression paths Context You’ll join our R&D Core team of 6+ engineers and specialists at Novenco’s headquarters in Næstved. You will report directly to Technical Director Peter Holt and collaborate closely with PTA, Test, Production and R&D DTO when needed. How to apply Please submit your CV and a Coverletter via our careers page. Applications are reviewed on receipt and interviews scheduled on a rolling basis. NOVENCO Building & Industry is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. Department Product Development & R&D - R&D Core Locations NOVENCO Building & Industry A/S - Næstved Employment type Full-time About NOVENCO® Building & Industry A/S Engineering a Greener and Safer World At NOVENCO, we create ventilation solutions that deliver high energy efficiency with minimal environmental impact. Our mission is clear: provide sustainable systems with low life-cycle costs that meet - and consistently exceed - customer expectations. Reliability for Life Safety Our life-safety ventilation solutions are engineered for absolute reliability. Designed to meet the highest international standards, they support critical applications across numerous industries, where dependable performance is essential to safeguarding people, property and operations. Innovation Since 1947 With more than seven decades of engineering expertise, we continue to refine our products and production processes. Our automated, high-tech manufacturing, supported by advanced robotics, ensures minimal waste and maximum recyclability. This results in a product portfolio recognised for long service life, exceptional durability and proven sustainability. 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