Description
Innovation engineers participate in the planning, organisation and execution of innovation product projects. They design and develop new products and prototypes involving technologies, optimisation and automation processes that drive innovative growth within an organisation. Innovation engineers identify potential development areas, patent opportunities, innovation trends and the needs of customers.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
Practical Skills
perform product planninginnovate in ICTprepare production prototypesintegrate new products in manufacturingidentify technological needsdevelop product designdevelop new productsapply for patentsmonitor technology trendsadvise on patentspromote innovative infrastructure designlead technology development of an organisationpromote open innovation in researchkeep updated on innovations in various business fieldsplan engineering activitiesimplement procurement of innovationidentify potential markets for companiesprovide technical expertisedefine technology strategydevelop design ideas cooperativelyidentify new business opportunitiespromote the transfer of knowledgedevelop business plansplan product managementdescribe chemical innovation in productsconsult with industry professionalsmanage research and development projects