Product Design Engineer

Pod Point, Ltd.; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm at the forefront of electric vehicle charging seeks a Product Design Engineer to drive new product development. In this role, you will lead mechanical design projects, ensuring functionality and manufacturability while collaborating with diverse teams. With a commitment to flexibility and work-life balance, this opportunity offers a hybrid work model and the chance to contribute to groundbreaking EV solutions. Join a company recognized for its excellence and make a significant impact in the rapidly evolving EV market.

Benefits

Access to 'UnMind' wellbeing platform

Flexible hybrid working

Opportunity to work abroad

Salary Sacrifice EV Scheme

Family & friend discount scheme

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Parental and family leave policies

Pension scheme with 4.5% matched contributions

Eyecare scheme

Life insurance

Qualifications

• 2+ years of industry experience in mechanical design.
• Experience with plastic injection moulding and prototyping.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of mechanical systems ensuring compliance with standards.
• Oversee mechanical testing and maintain documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering teams for design integration.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Plastic Injection Moulding

SolidWorks

GD&T

Tolerance Analysis

Digital Rendering Tools

Product Data Management

Tools

SolidWorks

Adobe Suite

Job description

Product Design Engineer

Department: Technology

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: London

Reporting To: Head of Hardware

Compensation: £50,000 - £60,000 / year

Description

Pod Point is seeking a Product Design Engineer experienced in designing for plastic injection moulding to support its growth in new product development.

Leading the charge in electric vehicle charging, we've been a key player in the UK since 2009, with over 250,000 charge points installed out of 1 million nationwide. We partner with top automotive brands like Mercedes, Jaguar Land Rover, BMW, and Kia, as well as energy companies such as EDF and Centrica. Our accolades include the 'Which? - Trusted Trader' award and 'Best for Value, Home EV Chargers - What Car?'. With international expansion, we aim to transform EV charging across Europe.

Our Ways of Working

We value flexibility, community, and work-life balance through a hybrid model, combining home and office work. Expect to work from our London office approximately 8-12 days per month, and ideally reside within a reasonable commute to Gray's Inn Road, London.

Role Responsibilities

• Mechanical Design & Development: Lead the end-to-end design of mechanical systems, ensuring functionality, manufacturability, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Testing, Validation & Documentation: Oversee mechanical testing, resolve technical challenges, and maintain detailed documentation for traceability.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with engineering teams and stakeholders to ensure seamless integration and clear communication of design intent.
• Manufacturing & Prototyping: Apply knowledge of materials and processes to optimize designs for manufacturing, creating and refining prototypes.
• Innovation & Improvement: Explore new tools and technologies to enhance product performance and reliability.

Candidate Profile

Ideal candidates will have:

• At least 2+ years of industry experience
• Experience designing for plastic injection moulding
• Proficiency in SolidWorks (CAD, simulation, Composer), GD&T, tolerance analysis, and digital rendering tools (e.g., Keyshot, Adobe Suite)
• Knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes (injection moulding, CNC, laser cutting)
• Experience with Product Data Management (PDM/PLM)

Perks & Benefits

• Access to 'UnMind' wellbeing platform for you and up to 5 family/friends
• Flexible hybrid working
• Opportunity to work abroad up to 20 days/year
• Salary Sacrifice EV Scheme and free Pod Point
• Family & friend discount scheme
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Parental and family leave policies
• Pension scheme with 4.5% matched contributions
• Eyecare scheme, life insurance, virtual GP, and more

Additional Information

You must have the legal right to work in the UK. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. All shared information will be handled according to our Candidate Privacy Notice.