Join Schou as a Senior Electronic Development Engineer

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Electronic Engineer/Technician/Technologist. This role will enhance Schou’s ability to ensure that customer requirements/ needs are translated into technical specifications. This will happen during our product development/purchasing process, where testing, and customer satisfaction will be a focus point.

We need a senior person because:
You will work across departments, playing a pivotal role in lifting know-how, competences, and product quality. You will translate customer needs to technical requirements, helping to bring innovative, high-quality products to the market. Best practice and lessons learned will be a part of continuous improvements in products and processes.

You will hand on test products and build a new Physical Test Facility for Schou. The new Test Facility includes the actual building of the Laboratory from zero. This includes having the responsibility to; define equipment needs, purchasing of equipment, define the risk assessment process where test programs will be made, actual testing, and suggestions for improvements on product level.

This means you will have high influence of lifting Schou to next level, and you will have a very self-driven workday.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support to our teams, ensuring customer requirements are clearly understood and addressed (AQE role).
• Benchmark company products against competitors to identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with development teams to document, test, and communicate product specifications.
• Identify and implement error-proofing opportunities through lab testing.
• Conduct in-depth root cause analysis on product claims to ensure accurate issue resolution.
• Establish a Physical Test Laboratory at Schou to support early-stage risk assessment and product testing.
• Mentor purchasing teams, hosting knowledge-sharing sessions to enhance their understanding of electronics and sound products.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years in a development-focused role, with a strong foundation in electronics.
• Ability to translate customer needs (often non-technical) into actionable technical specifications.
• Able to perform laboratory testing and quality assurance practices.
• Strong documentation skills, ensuring clarity and accessibility across all organizational levels.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Analytical problem-solving skills, with a focus on thorough root cause analysis.
• Strong negotiation and persuasion skills, along with the ability to foster cross-cultural relationships.
• If you have knowledge or personal interest on understanding the technical needs on the Sound products, this is an advantage.

What We Offer You
You’ll be part of a healthy, family-owned company where our employees are our most valuable asset. We work hard to ensure you can thrive and feel empowered in your role. We value honesty, passion, and innovation. Here, you’ll experience a supportive atmosphere where we celebrate each other’s successes, and you’ll work alongside skilled colleagues who contribute to an inspiring and enriching environment.

We also offer a variety of employee benefits, including:

• Flexibility – with the option to work from home.
• Social events, both summer and winter.
• A refreshing fruit and vegetable program.
• An attractive healthcare plan.

Would you like to be part of Schou?

Do you see yourself in the role and want to be part of Schou's exciting journey? If so, please submit your application via the link below. We review applications on an ongoing basis and reserve the right to close the posting once the ideal candidate has been found. For questions, feel free to contact our Head of Quality & Compliance Dorthe Troelsen at +45 2373 1146

Schou is the Nordic region's leading supplier of non-food products for the home and garden. Our headquarters is located in Kolding, along with a 3,000 m² showroom, and we manage over 80,000 m² of warehouse space in the newly built Vision Park in Kolding, where our future headquarters will also be established. We operate a purchasing office in China and have sales offices in Norway, Sweden, Finland, South Africa, and Germany, with significant exports across Europe. Our goal is to make a difference for our customers and be their path to success. By integrating social, environmental, and ethical considerations into our business strategy and operations, we aim to ensure a sustainable and profitable enterprise.

At Schou, we strive for a balanced work-life environment focused on employee well-being and meaningful work. We are committed to supporting our employees’ growth and being the best workplace for top talent. Our new headquarters will feature facilities like padel and pickleball courts and a new fitness center. Schou offers a dynamic work environment with ample opportunities for professional and personal development, flexible working hours with remote work options, and a wide range of employee benefits, including health and pension plans, on-site massage, office fitness, fruit and vegetable programs, discount agreements and much more.

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply for the position, regardless of age, gender, disability, religion, or ethnic background.

Learn more at www.schou.com.

Application deadline
6. December 2024