Junior Product Design Engineer

BMI Group; Crawley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Substantial bonus

Private medical insurance

Company matched pension 4–8%

Income protection and life insurance

EAP program

Cycle to work / EV schemes

Job summary

BMI Group in Crawley is seeking a Junior Product Design Engineer to join the CTSD team. You will design and iterate roofing products using CAD, lead prototyping, and drive validation from concept through testing on the shop floor.

Working with senior engineers, you’ll translate briefs into technical specs for manufacturing. A 2–5 year track record, CAD skills, and a willingness to travel are required to support international operations.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of hands-on experience in product development or industrial design.
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or a related STEM field.
• Strong working knowledge of 2D and 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar).
• Practical understanding of manufacturing processes and prototyping methods.
• Willingness to travel internationally (primarily within Europe).
• Ability to learn new tools quickly and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to distil technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and innovate using CAD and simulation tools to develop roofing products and production equipment.
• Prototype and test to validate designs and ensure compliance before launch.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Marketing, and Operations to translate briefs into technical specs.
• Communicate engineering data clearly to commercial teams.
• Ensure designs align with internal quality systems and industry standards.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Experience 2-5 years

Mechanical Engineering background

Communication

Problem solving

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Simulation tools

Job description

Empower, Connect, Evolve, and Inspire - these are the values that drive us and make BMI a company where you can thrive and grow.

Function: Component Technology & System Development (CTSD)

Location: Crawley

Reporting to: Manager Product Design

Direct Reports: None

Job Grade: P1

Standard Hours (inc shift pattern): 35 hours per week - Monday to Friday

BMI UK&I have an exciting permanent opportunity for a Junior Product Design Engineer to join the team.

About the Role

Are you an ambitious design engineer ready to take your technical skills to the next level? As a Product Design Engineer in our Technical Center, you won’t just sit behind a desk—you will actively shape the next generation of roofing products, systems, and manufacturing solutions.

Working alongside senior engineers, you will take concepts from the CAD stage through simulation, prototyping, and hands‑on site implementation. This is a high-visibility role where your designs directly impact manufacturing efficiency, product quality, and market innovation across our international operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Innovation: Utilise 2D/3D CAD and simulation tools to develop, iterate, and refine new roofing products, components, and specialised production equipment.
• Prototyping & Testing: Build prototypes and lead technical field/lab testing to validate designs, verify structural performance, and ensure full compliance before product launch.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Supply Chain, Marketing, and Operations to translate commercial briefs into viable, high-quality technical specs.
• Technical Communication: Translate complex engineering data into clear, actionable reports and insights for non-technical commercial stakeholders.
• Process Alignment: Ensure all designs align with internal quality systems, risk assessments, and industry standards.

What You Bring

• Experience: 2 to 5 years of hands‑on experience in product development or industrial design.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or a related STEM field.
• CAD Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of 2D and 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar).
• Manufacturing Knowledge: Practical understanding of common manufacturing processes, workshop tools, and prototyping methods.
• Mobility: Flexibility and willingness to travel internationally (primarily within Europe) a few times a year.
• Problem‑Solving Speed: Proven ability to learn new tools quickly, prioritise tasks, and deliver under tight project timelines.
• Communication: Ability to distil technical concepts for commercial, operational, and non-technical teams.

Nice to have but not essential:

• Experience with simulation software (FEA, CFD).
• Background in building materials, construction products, or roofing systems.
• Familiarity with design‑for‑manufacturability (DFM) principles.
• Working knowledge of an additional European language.

If you do not have all key skills but still feel like you would be a good fit, please still apply and we will consider your application based on merit and experience.

Benefits
We offer a range of benefits that include:

• A competitive base salary
• Substantial bonus
• Private medical insurance – dependant on role
• Company matched pension contributions between 4% and 8%
• Income protection and life insurance
• EAP program
• A host of other benefits such as cycle to work scheme and EV scheme.

About BMI

BMI is a new name backed-up with over 180 years of roofing experience and knowledge. Bringing together some of the industry’s most trusted local brands such as Redland & Icopal to become the largest supplier of both flat and pitched roofing and waterproofing solutions throughout Europe.
With over 120 production facilities across Europe, Africa and Asia, and more than 9,800 employees worldwide, we’re well positioned to offer an unparalleled level of experience and innovation to our clients.
Our roofing products and systems are designed and manufactured in the UK. We have multiple manufacturing sites and distribution depots across the UK and Ireland with our UK&I Head Office based in Milton Keynes and our industry-leading BMI Academy is based in South Cerney, Gloucestershire.

Across these sites we offer a wide range of opportunities; from dedicated sales managers and technical experts to skilled operators in our plants, we value every role in the BMI Team and are united in delivering excellence for our customers and becoming the best roofing and waterproofing solutions company in the world.

We are One BMI. We embrace and recognise our differences and unique qualities across all of our people and the value these bring. We inspire, connect and empower our people and seek to proactively engage the communities in which we serve.

We continually focus on creating an inclusive culture where everyone contributes and thrives, where our people feel valued for who they are, have a sense of belonging, and do their best every single day.

We are an equal opportunities employer and believe that everyone should be treated equally, regardless of their religion, beliefs, age, gender, gender reassignment, race, disability, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic.

If you need any help or adjustments for any stage within the recruitment process due to health, disability or any other reason, please let us know by contacting [e-mail].

A career with BMI Group is more than just a job. We help you to find work you enjoy, to use your skills, and support you to become the best you can be.

Working together we can achieve great things. Come and join us.