Product circularity engineer
On-siteEindhoven, North Brabant, The Netherlands
Job Summary
Build a baseline of circularity data for existing consumer products by collecting and consolidating information on materials, components, packaging, and supplier details into a structured dataset. Assess product circularity metrics including material use, recycled content, recyclability, repairability, and end-of-life routes to identify data gaps, assumptions, and key drivers. Evaluate repairability and serviceability using product documentation and hands-on assessment where possible. Define a repeatable approach with templates and checklists to score and compare products on circularity. Create clear insights and recommendations for stakeholders by summarizing findings in dashboards and slides. This internship supports Signify's sustainability goals within the lighting industry, focusing on accelerating product circularity for the consumer portfolio.
Required Qualifications
- HBO/WO student in Industrial Engineering, Sustainability, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Data Analytics, or a similar field
- Analytical and structured: comfortable working with datasets, specifications and bills of materials, and translating information into clear conclusions
- Interest in circular economy topics (materials, recyclability, repairability, life cycle thinking) and willingness to learn relevant standards and internal methods
- Strong attention to detail: able to validate sources, document assumptions, and maintain traceability of data and calculations
- Proactive communicator who enjoys collaborating with R&D, sustainability and procurement stakeholders to gather data and drive improvements
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