Product Development Engineer

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative engineering and manufacturing company is seeking a Product Development Engineer in Northamptonshire. The role involves designing new products, creating CAD models, and collaborating with production teams. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, strong mechanical design experience, and SolidWorks proficiency. This permanent position offers a salary between £40,000 and £45,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in product development and mechanical design.
• Hands-on experience with sheet metal design and fabrication.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and DFM principles.

Responsibilities

• Designing and developing new products and improving existing ones.
• Creating 3D CAD models and engineering drawings.
• Working closely with production and quality teams.

Skills

Mechanical design

SolidWorks

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Teamwork abilities

Education

Degree or HND/HNC in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Description

Product Development Engineer

Location: Northamptonshire

Term: Permanent

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum

An innovative engineering and manufacturing company in Northamptonshire is looking to hire a Product Development Engineer to support the continued growth and evolution of their product range. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical design, particularly using SolidWorks and working with sheet metal components.

The Product Development Engineer will ideally have the following:

• Degree or HND/HNC in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• Solid experience in product development and mechanical design
• Strong proficiency with SolidWorks
• Hands-on experience with sheet metal design and fabrication
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and DFM principles
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

The Product Development Engineer role will involve:

• Designing and developing new products and improving existing ones
• Creating 3D CAD models and engineering drawings
• Working closely with the production and quality teams to ensure designs are optimised for manufacture
• Conducting design reviews and supporting prototyping and testing activities
• Managing BOMs and documentation for all designs
• Ensuring compliance with relevant engineering standards and specifications

If this role sounds of interest, please apply with your updated CV, availability, and salary expectations.