Principal : Product Design Engineering

Jonathan Lee Recruitment; Brighton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Principal Engineer – Product Design Engineering to lead a dynamic team in Broxburn, near Edinburgh. This role requires extensive experience in consumer product design and proven leadership skills. The successful candidate will oversee the complete engineering lifecycle, ensuring technical excellence and driving innovative, sustainable solutions. Join a company recognized for delivering world-class products in a vibrant environment.

Benefits

Highly Competitive Salary

Bonus

Excellent Benefits Package

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in consumer product design engineering, particularly in appliances or hardware.
• Proven leadership skills in managing multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Expertise in bringing products from concept to mass production.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Product Design Engineers.
• Oversee the complete product engineering lifecycle.
• Ensure technical excellence and quality standards.
• Collaborate with the Design & Innovation team.
• Champion sustainability in product designs.

Skills

Consumer product design engineering

Leadership skills

Collaboration skills

Advanced proficiency in CAD software

Tools

Solidworks

Job description

Principal Engineer – Product Design Engineering

Consumer Products, Appliances, Rapid Prototype, Additive Manufacturing

Highly Competitive Salary, Plus Bonus and Excellent Benefits Package

Step into a world of innovation and creativity by joining a company that is revolutionising the cooking and outdoor living space. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that is renowned for delivering world‑class products that inspire joy and elevate experiences.

Our client is a world class organisation is seeking a Principal Engineer – Product Design Engineering to lead a dynamic team in creating world‑class products that redefine the cooking and outdoor living industry. With an inspiring environment and a commitment to delivering excellence, this position offers an exceptional opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a talented team of Product Design Engineers, fostering growth and attracting top talent.
• Oversee the complete product engineering lifecycle, from concept creation to mass manufacturing and product launch.
• Ensure technical excellence and quality standards across all design phases, including prototyping, testing, and validation.
• Collaborate closely with the Design & Innovation team to develop scalable, cost‑effective solutions focused on industrialisation.
• Champion sustainability by embedding advanced materials and lifecycle considerations into product designs.
• Drive technical risk assessments and validation plans to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in consumer product design engineering, particularly in appliances or hardware.
• Proven leadership skills in managing multidisciplinary engineering teams across design, development, test and industrialisation.
• Expertise in taking products from concept to mass production with a strong portfolio of commercial launches.
• Advanced proficiency in CAD software (Solidworks or equivalent) and engineering principles bringing technical support and advice during each phase of new product development.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to engage with technical and non‑technical stakeholders alike.
• Exposure with a diverse range of manufacturing processes used within the innovation and industrialisation of new and future product ranges.

Location

The role is based in Broxburn, a short drive from Edinburgh which is a vibrant and cultural city in a picturesque setting.

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If you're ready to lead a team of talented engineers and bring ground breaking ideas to life, apply today to become the Principal Engineer – Product Design Engineering. Don't miss the chance to shape the future of innovative consumer products and make your mark in this exciting and sustainable organisation.