Maria Papadogianni

Product Development & Mechanical Design Engineer | MSc Integrated Product Design TUDelft | BSc Mechanical Engineering ETHZ

Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands

About

Mechanical Engineer | Product Development | Bridging Engineering & Design I’m an R&D Engineer at Quooker, where I work on developing innovative tap systems that enhance everyday convenience. With a background in Mechanical Engineering (ETH Zürich) and a Master’s in Integrated Product Design (TU Delft), I combine technical expertise with a user-centered design approach to create functional, high-quality products. In my role, I focus on mechanical product development, tackling complex engineering challenges while ensuring seamless integration of new functionalities. I enjoy working in multidisciplinary teams, exchanging ideas, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in product innovation. Beyond product development, I’ve also been involved in education and knowledge sharing. During my Master's, I worked as a Student Assistant in the Blended Learning Team at TU Delft, supporting students and creating educational content to enhance learning experiences. Earlier, during my Bachelor’s, I was a Teaching Assistant in Mechanics at ETH Zürich, helping students grasp fundamental engineering principles. Always open to new challenges, collaborations, and discussions on engineering, design, and innovation!

Experience

  • Quooker B.V. (On-site)
    • Research & Development Engineer
      Oct 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 9 mos

    • Research & Development Graduate Intern
      Feb 2023 - Sep 2023 · 8 mos

      Completed my Master thesis in the Research & Development department on the topic of water volume control including the flow measurement and functionality below the counter, as well as the usability and user interaction above the counter.

  • Student Assistant at TU Delft | Industrial Design Engineering
    Dec 2021 - Nov 2023 · 2 yrs

    Our TA team supports teachers with a broad range of technical tasks and course design. We manage the IDE Blended Studio and help courses with recording and editing videos, podcasts and broadcasting live lectures. We also support course coordinators with setting up their course and provide our input as students.

  • ETH Zürich (Zurich, Switzerland)
    • Student Assistant
      Feb 2021 - Sep 2021 · 8 mos

      Aid in 2D/3D Animations and Video Production for Mechanics Innovedum Project

    • Mechanics Teaching Assistant
      Sep 2019 - Jan 2021 · 1 yr 5 mos

      Supporting first-year mechanical engineering students in the Mechanics course, reviewing the lecture material and working with them on solving series and problems

  • Metallic Constructions at Mevaco SA
    Jan 2018 - Feb 2018 · 2 mos

    5-week long internship on metallic constructions, quality check, welding and technical drawing control

  • Summer Camp Counselor at Deutsche Schule Athen
    Jun 2015 - Jul 2017 · 2 yrs 2 mos

    Working in the Summer Camp program of my high-school, supervising a small group or elementary school children, organizing recreational activities and ensuring children's safety