Product Design Engineer

George Blake Limited; London Borough of Wandsworth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

George Blake Limited is seeking a Contract Product Design Engineer to support the development of consumer products, blending creative thinking with practical engineering to deliver designs that perform well and are straightforward to manufacture.

You will work across design, prototyping and testing, producing 3D CAD models and technical drawings, support prototype builds and hands-on testing, and collaborate to balance performance, usability and production requirements.

Qualifications

• A degree in Product Design Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design or related discipline.
• 1–3 years' experience in a product, mechanical or industrial design environment.
• Interest or experience in consumer goods or household appliances.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine product concepts with 3D CAD models and drawings.
• Support prototype builds and hands-on testing to drive design improvements.
• Collaborate to balance performance, usability and manufacturing needs.
• Assist with material selection and design-for-manufacture activities.

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Design degree

Job description

My client is looking for a Contract Product Design Engineer to support the development of consumer products, combining creative thinking with practical engineering to deliver designs that perform well and are straightforward to manufacture.

This opportunity would suit a hands-on, curious engineer who enjoys developing ideas, building prototypes and understanding how things work. You'll bring experience in product, mechanical or industrial design, alongside a passion for consumer goods or household appliances.

The role

Working across design, prototyping and testing, your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and refining product concepts, producing 3D CAD models and technical drawings.
• Supporting prototype builds and hands-on testing, using the results to identify improvements and resolve design challenges.
• Collaborating with colleagues to balance product performance, usability, appearance and manufacturing requirements.
• Supporting material selection and design-for-manufacture activities, considering quality, cost and production processes.

About you

My client is looking for someone with a practical approach to problem-solving, strong attention to detail and a willingness to get involved beyond the screen. You'll have:

• A degree in Product Design Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design or a related discipline.
• Around 1-3 years' experience in a product, mechanical or industrial design environment. Engineers with additional experience are also welcome to apply.
• Experience in, or a strong interest in, consumer goods or household appliances.
• The ability to communicate design ideas clearly and work collaboratively to solve engineering problems.

Knowledge of plastic manufacturing processes would be an advantage, but is not essential.

This is an opportunity to contribute to tangible products in a role that combines design work with practical development and testing