Chief Product Design Engineering

Jonathan Lee Recruitment; Broxburn; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Chief Engineer - Product Design Engineering in Broxburn. You will lead a team to deliver innovative consumer products, overseeing the entire lifecycle from design through to mass production. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in consumer product design, proven leadership skills, and strong proficiency in CAD software. This role offers a highly competitive salary, bonuses, and an excellent benefits package, allowing you to make a significant impact in a culture of innovation and sustainability.

Benefits

Highly Competitive Salary

Bonus

Excellent Benefits Package

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in consumer product design engineering, specifically in appliances or hardware.
• Proven leadership skills in managing multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong portfolio of commercial launches and experience taking products from concept to mass production.
• Advanced proficiency in CAD software and engineering principles.
• Experience with diverse manufacturing processes for new product ranges.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Product Design Engineers.
• Oversee the entire product engineering lifecycle from concept to mass manufacturing.
• Ensure technical excellence and quality standards in all design phases.
• Collaborate with the Design & Innovation team for scalable solutions.
• Champion sustainability by embedding advanced materials into product designs.
• Drive technical risk assessments to ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Leadership skills

Proficiency in CAD software (Solidworks or equivalent)

Collaboration and communication

Experience in consumer product design

Expertise in product lifecycle management

Job description

Chief Engineer – Product Design Engineering

Consumer Products, Appliances, Rapid Prototype, Additive Manufacturing

Highly Competitive Salary, Plus Bonus and Excellent Benefits Package

Step into a world of innovation and creativity by joining a company that is revolutionising the cooking and outdoor living space. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that is renowned for delivering world-class products that inspire joy and elevate experiences.

Our client is a world class organisation is seeking a Principal / Chief Engineer - Product Design Engineering to lead a dynamic team in creating world‑class products that redefine the cooking and outdoor living industry. With an inspiring environment and a commitment to delivering excellence, this position offers an exceptional opportunity to make a lasting impact.

As a ChiefEngineer – Product Design Engineering you will:

• Lead and mentor a talented team of Product Design Engineers, fostering growth and attracting top talent.
• Oversee the complete product engineering lifecycle, from concept creation to mass manufacturing and product launch.
• Ensure technical excellence and quality standards across all design phases, including prototyping, testing, and validation.
• Collaborate closely with the Design & Innovation team to develop scalable, cost‑effective solutions focused on industrialisation.
• Champion sustainability by embedding advanced materials and lifecycle considerations into product designs.
• Drive technical risk assessments and validation plans to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

The ChiefEngineer – Product Design Engineering will bring:

• Extensive experience in consumer product design engineering, particularly in appliances or hardware.
• Proven leadership skills in managing multidisciplinary engineering teams across design, development, test and industrialisation.
• Expertise in taking products from concept to mass production with a strong portfolio of commercial launches.
• Advanced proficiency in CAD software (Solidworks or equivalent) and engineering principles bringing technical support and advice during each phase of new product development.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to engage with technical and non‑technical stakeholders alike.
• Exposure with a diverse range of manufacturing processes used within the innovation and industrialisation of new and future product ranges

This ChiefEngineer - Product Design Engineering role is at the heart of this company's ambitious goals. As a key contributor to their stage‑gate product development process, you will play a critical role in ensuring milestones are met and innovation thrives. This company values passion, ambition, and rigour, and is dedicated to creating products that delight customers worldwide. Joining this team means being part of a culture that prioritises kindness, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Location:

The role is based in Broxburn, a short drive from Edinburgh which is a vibrant and cultural city in a picturesque setting.

Interested:

If you're ready to lead a team of talented engineers and bring ground breaking ideas to life, apply today to become the ChiefEngineer – Product Design Engineering. Don't miss the chance to shape the future of innovative consumer products and make your mark in this exciting and sustainable organisation.

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