ROEST is revolutionizing the coffee industry with advanced roasting technology designed and built in Norway. Our team of passionate coffee experts, engineers, and designers work together to create innovative solutions that empower roasters worldwide. We're driven by a commitment to quality, consistency, and sustainability, helping coffee professionals achieve perfect roasts every time. Join us on our mission to make (even) better coffee!

The Opportunity

Are you a visionary Senior Product Development Engineer eager to lead transformative projects and shape the future of coffee technology? At ROEST we are redefining the art and science of roasting with advanced Norwegian-engineered technology. We offer an opportunity to lead significant product initiatives and thrive within a collaborative, innovative culture that values your expertise.

Your Impact at ROEST

As a Product Development Engineer at ROEST, you won't just be designing parts; you'll be shaping the experience for thousands of coffee professionals worldwide. You will be a vital part of a dedicated team where your ideas have a direct and immediate impact on the final product. We're looking for someone who is hands-on, creative, and ready to tackle complex challenges in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

What You'll Be Doing

This is a hands-on role where you'll be involved in every stage of development. Here's what you can expect to be working on:

• Design, develop, and test a game-changing new electrical coffee roaster. Project start Q3 2026.

• Create detailed 3D models and 2D drawings using Solidworks (or other tools) for prototyping and manufacturing.

• Collaborate directly with the production team to implement and refine DFM/A principles.

• Build and validate physical prototypes to rigorously test new concepts and technologies.

• Participate in the full product lifecycle, from initial ideation and sketching to mass production and support.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading the design, development, and validation of new hardware products.

• Optimizing existing product lines for performance, cost, and reliability.

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams (production, customer support, R&D).

• Researching and integrating new technologies and engineering solutions.

Must-Have Skills & Experience

• Master's degree in product development or 7+ years of industrial experience

• Proven experience leading products from concept to launch.

• Demonstrated ability to solve complex engineering problems.

• Proven experience in product development, from concept to production.

• High proficiency in 3D CAD software

• Strong understanding of DFM/A (Design for Manufacturing/Assembly) principles.

• Experience applying project management methodologies in a development context.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

Nice-to-Have Skills & Experience

• Experience with Computational fluid dynamics to solve complex tasks.

• Experience with thermal management simulation and design.

• Prior experience in the coffee industry or with food processing equipment.

• Leadership experience or mentorship of junior engineers.

• Understanding of electrical engineering principles for product integration.

• A genuine passion for coffee and the technology that perfects it.

• Highly motivated and comfortable working both independently and in a team.

• A collaborative spirit, eager to work with cross-functional teams.

• An innovative mindset, always curious and looking for better solutions.

Work Arrangement & Location

This is a full-time, hybrid role based in Oslo, Norway.