Head of Product Engineering and Technical

Michael Page; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm seeks an exceptional engineering leader in Cardiff to oversee product development and technical strategy. Ideal candidates have 10+ years in product design in electro-mechanical engineering and strong 3D CAD skills. The role includes mentoring a high-performing team and driving innovation in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Excellent salary

Career growth opportunities

Innovative working environment

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in product and mechanical design, ideally within electro-mechanical engineering.
• Proven leadership in product development and technical strategy.
• Hands-on, proactive approach with a 'can do, will do' mindset.

Responsibilities

• Own and deliver the technical vision, engineering roadmap, and product strategy.
• Lead the development, testing, and prototyping of innovative new products.
• Support legacy product improvements and provide technical leadership across production activities.

Skills

Product development

Technical strategy

3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred)

DFM/DFA principles

Complex technical issue resolution

Communication skills

Mentoring

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

I'm looking for an exceptional engineering leader to take charge of product development, technical innovation, and engineering excellence across a growing technology business. This is a high-impact role at senior leadership level, where you'll shape the product roadmap, drive technical strategy, and deliver innovative solutions that exceed customer expectations.

Client Details

My client is a pioneering UK manufacturer of electro-mechanical solutions, with a strong reputation for innovation, reliability, and sustainability. From concept through to market delivery, they design and develop products that solve real-world challenges and support customers globally across diverse industries.

Description

What You'll Be Doing

• Own and deliver the technical vision, engineering roadmap, and product strategy.
  
• Collaborate with executives and stakeholders to ensure technical feasibility of new product concepts.
  
• Lead the development, testing, and prototyping of innovative new products.
  
• Support legacy product improvements and provide technical leadership across production activities.
  
• Oversee system architecture, technical design, scalability, and performance optimisation.
  
• Drive best-in-class engineering practices, DFM/DFA principles, and quality compliance.
  
• Support technical sales activities, including customer meetings, quotations, and product specifications.
  
• Champion continuous improvement, innovation, and emerging technology adoption.
  
• Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing engineering team, promoting collaboration and inclusion
  

Profile

What We're Looking For

• 10+ years' experience in product and mechanical design, ideally within electro-mechanical engineering.
  
• Proven leadership in product development and technical strategy.
  
• Strong 3D CAD skills (SolidWorks preferred) and ability to create technical drawings.
  
• Knowledge of DFM/DFA principles and experience with tolerance drawings and assembly instructions.
  
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across hardware and electronics.
  
• Hands-on, proactive approach with a "can do, will do" mindset.
  
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the confidence to influence at SLT level.
  
• Based in Cardiff (hybrid: 3 days in office, typically Tues-Thurs).
  

Job Offer

Excellent salary and benefits.

Career growth in a fast-moving, innovative environment