Product Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design-led manufacturer in the luxury lighting sector is seeking a skilled Product Design Engineer. This role involves the entire lifecycle of product development, from concept to production, working closely with a creative team to deliver high-quality lighting solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in product design engineering, strong project management skills, and proficiency in SolidWorks.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in lighting or product design engineering.
• Experience managing multiple projects to tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop products from concept to production.
• Create CAD models and technical drawings using SolidWorks.
• Lead projects and collaborate with internal teams.

Skills

Project Management

Creative Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Degree in Product Design

Degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Adobe CS

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

Job title: Product Design Engineer

Are you a technically gifted Product Design Engineer with a flair for innovation and a passion for craftsmanship? A well-established and respected design-led manufacturer in the luxury lighting sector is seeking a talented individual to join their engineering team.

The Role

This position involves being part of the entire lifecycle of product development - from concept to production. You will work closely with a creative design team and cross-functional departments to ensure high-quality, precision-engineered lighting solutions are brought to market.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop products from concept to production, ensuring technical feasibility and manufacturability.
2. Create CAD models, technical drawings, and 3D prototypes using SolidWorks.
3. Apply expertise in metal materials and fabrication processes to develop durable, on-brand designs.
4. Lead projects and collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to meet quality, cost, and timeline goals.
5. Perform environmental and compliance testing (e.g., CIBSE TM65/66, BS-EN 60598).
6. Support continuous improvement by implementing feedback from testing and production stages.

Requirements:

• 5+ years in lighting or product design engineering.
• Degree-qualified in Product Design, Engineering, or a related field.
• Project management experience with the ability to manage multiple projects to tight deadlines.
• Expert user of SolidWorks, with familiarity in AutoCAD, Adobe CS, and MS Office.
• Skilled in 3D printing, prototyping, and manufacturing processes.
• Strong understanding of engineering metal parts and relevant regulatory standards.
• Creative problem-solver with excellent communication skills.
• Willingness to travel for supplier visits (UK & overseas).
• Must have the right to work in the UK and hold a valid driving license.

ACS is recruiting for a Product Design Engineer. If you believe you have the skills and experience required, please submit your CV outlining your experience as a Product Design Engineer.

Including a covering letter outlining your experience as a Product Design Engineer can enhance your chances of selection and improve your prospects of landing the role you desire.