Mechanical Design Engineer (Progression to NPD Manager)

TN United Kingdom; Colchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to lead innovation in product development. This role offers a pathway to managerial positions, emphasizing autonomy, work-life balance, and continuous professional growth. The successful candidate will design and develop mechanical products, contributing to a dynamic NPD team. With a supportive environment that values innovation, this position is ideal for those eager to take their career to the next level while enjoying flexible working conditions and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Training

Autonomy

Early Friday Finish

Work/Life Balance

Flexible Working

Holiday

Pension

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and developing mechanical products.
• Background in Manufacturing or Product Development sectors.

Responsibilities

• Designing new products for manufacture.
• Research and development to innovate and improve products.
• Growing the NPD team as the business expands.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Product Development

Innovation

Continuous Improvement

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer (Progression to NPD Manager), Colchester

Location: Colchester, United Kingdom

Salary: £35,000 - £55,000 + Progression to NPD Manager + Training + Autonomy + Early Friday Finish + Work/Life Balance + Flexible Working + Holiday + Pension

Commutable from: Colchester, Ipswich, Hadleigh, Sudbury, Chelmsford, Basildon, Clacton-on-Sea

Job Description:

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer with a background in Product Development, Industrial, or Manufacturing sectors to join a market-leading company. This role offers the opportunity to take control of the NPD department, develop new products, and grow into a managerial position. The company values innovation and supports your career progression into senior leadership roles.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Designing new products for manufacture
2. Research and development to innovate and improve products
3. Growing the NPD team as the business expands

The successful candidate will have experience in designing and developing mechanical products within manufacturing or related sectors and a motivation for continuous self-development and innovation.

Working Hours:

Monday-Thursday, 8:00-17:00; Friday, 8:00-13:00

Person Specification:

• Mechanical Design experience
• Experience in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Product Development sectors
• Proven track record in new product development