New Product Development Engineer

On Target Recruitment Ltd; Bristol, Swindon, Oxford, Gloucester, Reading; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading innovator in HVAC solutions is seeking a New Product Development Engineer. The role focuses on developing heating systems, evaluating market-ready components, and collaborating with technical teams. The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical engineering background and experience in product development. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and potential for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive package including laptop and mobile

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical engineering bias with proven experience in product development.
• Background in HVAC or heating systems, knowledge of heat pumps is advantageous.
• Ability to research market solutions meeting technical specifications.

Responsibilities

• Focus on new product development for heating systems.
• Evaluate products based on efficiency, noise levels, and installation ease.
• Collaborate with sales, procurement, and suppliers to deliver solutions.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Product development

Analytical mindset

Effective communication

Innovative thinking

Job description

• Location: Reading, Oxford, Gloucester, Swindon, Bristol, England
• Type: Permanent

The Job

The Company:

A leading innovator in heating and renewable HVAC solutions, known for developing products that combine efficiency, quality, and ease of installation.



Almost 40 years of expertise in creating award-winning heating systems, including oil-fired condensing boilers, heat pumps and cutting-edge renewable products.



Focused on developing solutions that address rising fuel costs while supporting environmental sustainability.



Reputation for designing robust, high-performance products that are simple to maintain and install.



Strong commitment to ongoing product innovation, with a track record of industry awards for technology and service excellence.





Benefits of the New Product Development Engineer:

£60k Basic Salary


Competitive package including laptop and mobile


23 Days holiday plus bank holidays


Contributory pension scheme


Exciting opportunity to shape and expand a newly created technical role


Career progression with potential to lead and grow a technical team over time





The Role of the New Product Development Engineer:

Based in the office, with the option of remote working 1 day a week, focusing on new product development for heating systems.



Identifying and sourcing market-ready components or “bolt-on” solutions to enhance existing heating, heat pump systems.



Evaluating products against criteria such as efficiency, noise levels, cost, and ease of installation.



Collaborating closely with technical sales, procurement, buyers, and technical authors to deliver effective solutions.



Engaging with new suppliers to identify innovative products and technologies.



Supporting R&D initiatives, such as integrating waste heat into heat pump cycles, to enhance performance.



Potential to manage and grow a technical team in the future.





The Ideal Person for the New Product Development Engineer:

Strong mechanical engineering bias with proven experience in product development, R&D, product management, or category management.



Background in HVAC or heating systems, with knowledge of heat pumps and cylinders highly advantageous.



Analytical mindset with the ability to research and identify market solutions that meet technical specifications.



Effective communicator, confident in liaising with cross-functional teams and external suppliers.



Innovative thinker who is passionate about improving and optimising HVAC technologies.





If you think the role of New Product Development Engineer is for you, apply now!



Consultant: Justin Webb
Email: [e-mail]
Tel: [phone]

Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK.



About On Target:
At On Target, we specialise in sales, technical and commercial jobs in the Engineering, Construction, Building Services, Medical & Scientific, and Commercial & Industrial Solutions sectors, enabling our consultants to become experts in their market sector.

We place all levels of personnel, up to Director across the UK and internationally.

• Start: ASAP
• Duration: Full-Time
• Location: Reading, Oxford, Gloucester, Swindon, Bristol, England

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