Head of Product Engineering

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Kaunas, Kauno miesto savivaldybė, Kauno apskritis, LTU
Hybrid
55K-66K Annually
Mid level
eCommerce • Fashion • Software
The Role
Lead Product Engineering, Testing & Innovation, and Packaging teams from product concept through mass production. Own technical decisions, product validation, manufacturing readiness, testing laboratory development, engineering standards, and supplier collaboration. Build team capabilities, solve product and manufacturing challenges, manage technical risks, and ensure products meet quality and reliability requirements.
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ABOUT BURGA

From a 7m² flat with just one printer in 2015 to a global powerhouse with 4+ million customers, 12+ million products sold, and revenue of over $147 million in 2025, BURGA is not your average brand. Our products have been spotted with some of the world’s biggest celebrities, like Taylor Swift, Cara Delevingne, Lucy Hale, Alexis Ren, and many more.

We’re on a mission to turn ordinary into extraordinary by transforming everyday items into style statement accessories. We’re scaling fast, thinking big, and bringing that vision to life at our €10 million manufacturing facility in Kaunas, capable of producing 40,000 items a day.

With unicorn ambitions and 500+ passionate humans on a mission to conquer the world, you’re joining a team that’s rewriting the rules.

Oh, and we just landed a spot among Lithuania's TOP 10 most attractive employers in 2026, so the word is officially out.

Curious about our day-to-day life? Take a peek at Instagram @burgainsider

ABOUT THE POSITION

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Head of Product Engineering to lead our Product Engineering, Testing & Innovation, and Packaging teams. You will own the engineering journey from product concept to a validated, mass-production-ready solution, while building strong teams and setting clear technical standards, priorities, and ways of working.

At BURGA, new products and challenges are always around the corner. You will have the opportunity to shape how we engineer and validate products, build our new testing laboratory, work directly with suppliers and manufacturing partners, and have a real impact on the products we bring to market.

GET READY TO:

  • Lead and develop Product Engineering, Testing & Innovation, and Packaging teams, setting clear responsibilities, priorities, and ways of working;

  • Own the engineering journey from concept to mass production, ensuring products meet technical, quality, and reliability requirements;

  • Drive key technical decisions around product construction, materials, manufacturing technologies, validation, and risks;

  • Build our new testing laboratory - select equipment and develop testing methods, protocols, and validation standards;

  • Solve complex product and manufacturing challenges together with engineers and suppliers;

  • Work directly with suppliers, including visiting manufacturing sites, reviewing technical solutions, and supporting product launches;

  • Build and continuously improve engineering processes, technical specifications, SOPs, and development standards;

  • Grow team capabilities and create an environment where engineers can make strong technical decisions independently.

WE EXPECT YOU TO:

  • Have a degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Materials, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field;

  • Have 3+ years of experience in product engineering, R&D, manufacturing, or physical product development;

  • Have experience leading and developing engineers or technical teams;

  • Have a strong understanding of product construction, materials, manufacturing processes, testing, and validation;

  • Be comfortable reviewing CAD models, technical drawings, and specifications;

  • Be a strong problem solver, able to assess risks and make technical decisions even when not all information is available;

  • Be confident working directly with suppliers and manufacturing partners;

  • Have excellent English skills and thrive in a fast-moving, evolving environment.

SALARY: 4600-5500 EUR/month gross. We’re open to discussing it based on your skills and competencies.

 

EXTRA SWEETENERS

 

Epic Team-Buildings: Enjoy team-building activities, including our all-talked-about Christmas parties.

Annual Workation: Pack your laptop and join us for an epic workation that blends work and play, recharging your batteries and sparking creativity.

Invest in Your Growth: Every team member receives an annual 650 EUR learning & development budget to spend on courses, conferences, books, certifications, coaching, or team training. Your growth is our priority. 

Birthday Treat: Enjoy a free day off on your birthday.

Exclusive Vouchers and Free BURGA Goodies: Enjoy exclusive discounts and free BURGA products - perks of being part of our team.

Health Insurance: Take care of your health and well-being by using the perk of our private health insurance (after 6 months)

Extra Days off: The longer you’re with us, the more time you get to unwind - earn an extra day of vacation for every year with us.

Pleasant Workplace Environment: Work in a joyful space with occasional Friday team brunches, pet-friendly offices, and regular visits to our Kaunas and Vilnius locations.

Flexible Working Arrangements: Embrace a hybrid work model or take advantage of personal workations. 

 

You’re just one click away from starting your dream career at BURGA.

Skills Required

  • Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Materials, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field
  • 3+ years of experience in product engineering, R&D, manufacturing, or physical product development
  • Experience leading and developing engineers or technical teams
  • Strong understanding of product construction, materials, manufacturing processes, testing, and validation
  • Ability to review CAD models, technical drawings, and specifications
  • Strong problem-solving and technical decision-making skills
  • Experience working directly with suppliers and manufacturing partners
  • Excellent English skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-moving, evolving environment
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The Company
HQ: Southampton
174 Employees
Year Founded: 2016

What We Do

Burga is a rapidly growing DTC e-commerce brand seeking to conquer the fashion accessories industry by creating the most gorgeous designs you have ever seen. Founded 6 years ago, we grew from a couple to now 100+ person family in Lithuania. Now we are looking to broaden our team with remote specialists around the globe. Hello, is it you we are looking for?

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