Product Development Consultant [F/M/X], Drachten

Who are we?

Amaris Consulting

is an independent technology consulting firm providing guidance and solutions to businesses. With more than 1,000 clients across the globe, we have been rolling out solutions in major projects for over a decade– this is made possible by an international team of 7,600 people spread across 5 continents and more than 60 countries. Our solutions focus on four different Business Lines: Information System&Digital, Telecom, Life Sciences and Engineering. We’re focused on building and nurturing a top talent community where all our team members can achieve their full potential. Amaris is your steppingstone to cross rivers of change, meet challenges and achieve all your projects with success. At Amaris, we strive to provide our candidates with the best possible recruitment experience. We like to get to know our candidates, challenge them, and be able to give them proper feedback as quickly as possible. Here’s what our recruitment process looks like.Brief Call : Our process typically begins with a brief virtual/phone conversation to get to know you. The objective is to learn about you, understand your motivations, and make sure we have the right job for you. Interviews

(the average number of interviews is 3– the number may vary depending on the level of seniority required for the position). During the interviews, you will meet people from our team: your line manager of course, but also other people related to your future role. We will talk in depth about you, your experience, and skills, but also about the position and what will be expected of you. You will also get to know Amaris: our culture, our roots, our teams, and your career opportunities.Case study : Depending on the position, we may ask you to take a test. This could be a role play, a technical assessment, a problem-solving scenario, etc. As you know, every person is different and so is every role in a company. That is why we have to adapt accordingly, and the process may differ slightly at times. However, please know that we always put ourselves in the candidate's shoes to ensure they have the best possible experience. We look forward to meeting you!Job description

We are seeking an experienced

Product Development

Consultant

to support high-priority technical projects across our innovation and product development landscape. In this role, you will bring specialized knowledge and proven problem-solving skills to help teams overcome challenges, accelerate delivery, and improve product and process performance. As a trusted technical advisor, you’ll work alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams—providing guidance on design, development, validation, and process excellence. Whether supporting new product introductions, resolving production issues, or optimizing system architectures, your expertise will have a direct and measurable impact.Key Responsibilities

Provide

technical consultancy

on complex engineering challenges across product development, manufacturing, or system integration. Support the

design, analysis, and validation

of mechanical, electrical, or mechatronic systems—depending on area of expertise. Lead or contribute to

problem-solving initiatives

using structured methodologies (e.g., 8D, FMEA, CAPA, Root Cause Analysis). Review and improve

designs, processes, and documentation

to enhance quality, reliability, and manufacturability. Support

requirements definition, system architecture, and verification planning

in regulated or high-tech environments. Conduct

data analysis, process assessments, and performance evaluations

using tools such as SPC, Six Sigma, or simulation software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, manufacturing, quality, and project management. Prepare and deliver

technical reports, recommendations, and presentations

for engineering and leadership stakeholders. Support

audits, compliance activities, and process improvements—especially in regulated environments (e.g., ISO 13485, IEC 60601). Mentor and guide internal engineers, sharing best practices and accelerating knowledge transfer. Manage own workload, deliverables, and timelines with minimal supervision—aligned with project objectives.Qualifications&Skills

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in

Engineering

(Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Systems, Industrial, or related field). Minimum

5 years of professional experience

in engineering, preferably in

high-tech&medical environments . Demonstrated expertise in

one or more technical domains : Mechanical design&precision engineering Electronic hardware or embedded systems Systems engineering&integration Manufacturing&process optimization Product validation&testing Requirements&lifecycle management Proficiency in relevant

engineering tools

(e.g., CAD, EPlan, DOORS, MATLAB, Windchill, SAP, MS Office). Experience with

structured development methodologies

(V-model, Agile, Stage-Gate) and

quality systems

(ISO 9001, ISO 13485, FDA). Certified

Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt , or equivalent problem-solving training, is highly valued. Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Independent, proactive, and results-oriented—able to deliver under tight timelines. Fluent in

English ; Dutch language proficiency is a plus. Preferred Attributes

Experience working in

consulting, interim, or project-based roles . Ability to quickly understand new domains and adapt to changing project needs. Customer-centric mindset with a focus on practical, implementable solutions. Willingness to travel occasionally (if required by project scope). Amaris Consulting is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to promoting diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. For this reason, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age, marital status, disability, or other characteristics.

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