Product Development & Design Engineer – Full Lifecycle Ownership

Chroma Recruitment; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Chroma Recruitment in Lancaster is seeking a Product Development & Design Engineer to join a growing team. The role covers the full product lifecycle, from concept through to manufacture, with ownership of projects.

The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical design background, be proficient with 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred), and have a track record of taking products from concept to production.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience within a Product Design, Development or Mechanical Design role
• Proficient with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)
• Experience developing products from concept through to production
• Knowledge of Design for Manufacture (DfM)
• Experience creating engineering drawings, BOMs and technical documentation
• Strong problem-solving and project management skills
• HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design or similar
• Experience with injection moulded products or similar manufacturing processes (beneficial)

Responsibilities

• Work across the full product lifecycle from concept to manufacture with ownership of projects.
• Develop innovative products, produce detailed designs, and support prototype and production activities.
• Collaborate with a growing engineering team on new product development and continuous improvement.

Skills

Product Design

Mechanical Design

3D CAD

DfM knowledge

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Chroma Recruitment in Lancaster is seeking a Product Development & Design Engineer to join a growing team. The role covers the full product lifecycle, from concept through to manufacture, with ownership of projects.

The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical design background, be proficient with 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred), and have a track record of taking products from concept to production.