Junior Product Development Engineer (Structural / Civil Engineering)

Vincera Consulting Ltd; Smethwick; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is looking for a Junior Product Development Engineer to drive innovation in product development. The role involves collaborating across disciplines to enhance product performance and conducting technical investigations. Candidates should hold a degree in structural or civil engineering and possess strong communication skills. This opportunity offers a chance to grow professionally within a supportive and creative team environment.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in structural, civil engineering or mechanical, material (or a related discipline).
• Experience in the construction industry is highly desirable but not essential.
• Fresh Graduates with a strong Degree are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Conduct technical investigations on the market.
• Perform performance analysis using theoretical and numerical methods.
• Investigate manufacturing routes with the engineering manager.
• Manage internal performance testing.
• Assist in third party product tests and technical assessments.

Skills

Proficiency in software tools, including MS Office

AutoCAD

Thermal/FEM software

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Education

Degree in structural, civil engineering or mechanical, material

Job description

About the job Junior Product Development Engineer (Structural / Civil Engineering)

A very exciting opportunity is available for a Junior Product Development Engineer which is perfectly suited to a Graduate Engineer with a strong Degree in Civil, Structural or Materials Engineering.

Our client is a well-established and innovative leader in manufacturing and engineering a diverse range of products and systems for the construction, automotive, acoustic, and audio markets. Due to their ongoing business expansion, they are seeking a talented and motivated Junior Product Development Engineer to join their dynamic team. This is a really exciting opportunity to work with a forward-thinking company that values creativity, technical expertise, and collaboration.

The Role

As a Junior Product Development Engineer, you will play a vital role in driving the development of new products and improving existing ones. This includes technical investigations, concept design, material selection, performance analysis, and testing. You will collaborate multiple disciplines and design teams within the business (SFS, Facade, Automotive) to bring innovative ideas to life and contribute to our Clients success.

Key Responsibilities

New product development to cover all business sectors. The development works include:

• Technical investigation on the market
• Performance analysis (strength, thermal & acoustics) by using theoretical, numerical method (FEM or other related software)
• Manufacturing route investigation (work with the plant engineering manager)
• Take responsibility of internal performance test
• Assistant to the third party product tests and technical assessment of product certification.

Create or assist to maintain the technical document platform including:

• Product manufacturing drawing
• Working with the engineering & general technical team for the new system technical documentation as the typical details, technical manual & installation manuals etc.
• Work with the engineering team to develop the product performance calculation tools for the product performance (structural/thermal etc) design.
• Technical support for others in the engineering team if required
• Provide technical support to the engineering team as needed.

Candidate Profile

• Degree-qualified in structural, civil engineering or mechanical, material(or a related discipline).
• Proficiency in software tools, including MS Office, AutoCAD, and Thermal/FEM software (preferred).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in the construction industry is highly desirable but not essential and Fresh Graduates with a strong Degree in the above are highly encouraged to apply.

Why Join Our Client?

This is your chance to work with a company at the forefront of innovation, offering exciting projects, skill development opportunities, and a collaborative culture. Join a team that is making a lasting impact across industries! You will be highly supported in the role and will work closely with the Technical Director and Senior Team Leaders to ensure your professional growth and development within the business.

Application Process

If this sounds like the perfect next step in your career, we want to hear from you. Please send your CV to Simone Bacciocchi at CRS Professionals.