PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER

Probe Technical Recruitment; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in the UK is seeking a passionate Product Development Engineer to join their team. The ideal candidate will design luxury products using CAD software, primarily Autodesk Inventor, while collaborating with production teams. Applicants should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience in manufacturing environments. Join a prestigious company with excellent career prospects and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Salary up to £45,000

Free parking on site

Friendly supportive team

Lunchtime Friday finish

Qualifications

• Proficient in CAD software with a focus on Autodesk Inventor.
• Knowledge of fabrication techniques and machining processes.
• Experience in producing BOMs and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-quality products using CAD software.
• Produce accurate technical drawings and specifications.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams.

Skills

Proficiency in 3D CAD software (Autodesk Inventor preferred)

Understanding of metals and fabrication techniques

Background in shop floor machining

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Autodesk Vault

Job description

Job Description

We are offering a role for a driven and experienced Product Development Engineer, in order to become an integral part of our expanding team.

We blend heritage craftsmanship with forward‑thinking processes – and as our Product Development Engineer, this role is key in helping us deliver excellence at every stage of production.

Established for many years, offering a range of different manufacturing processes, providing top quality products into a wide variety of manufacturing industry sectors.

We are an award‑winning business, renowned for our luxury products.

Commutable from Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Walsall, Dudley, Norton Canes, Aldridge, Stourbridge, Handsworth, Solihull, Sutton Coldfield, Moseley, Lichfield and Tyseley.

Key Benefits

• Salary: Up to £45,000 dependant on experience
• Plenty of free parking on site
• Exquisite working environment
• Lunchtime Friday finish
• Recent investment
• Long established and stable business
• Top quality products
• Charity events
• Friendly, supportive team

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high‑quality products using CAD software, primarily Autodesk Inventor.
• Produce accurate technical drawings and specifications to guide manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate closely with production and engineering teams to ensure designs are practical, cost‑effective, and aligned with our quality standards.
• Uphold the integrity of our design and development work.

Requirements

• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (Autodesk Inventor preferred).
• Ideally, an understanding of metals, fabrication techniques, and machining processes.
• Expertise in Autodesk Inventor and familiarity with Autodesk Vault preferred but experience with other CAD systems will be considered.
• Background in shop floor machining or hands‑on manufacturing environments.
• Experience producing BOMs (Bills of Materials) and technical documentation for manufacturing.
• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

Why Join Us?

We don’t just design — we create heirloom‑quality products that define luxury interiors. Join a company where innovation is rooted in tradition, and your technical skills will help shape exceptional outcomes every day.

If you would like to be part of a growing success story, where there are unrivalled career prospects for you with truly exciting products, send your CV NOW!

Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

If you believe that your skills and experience match what we are looking for please call me or APPLY and I will be in touch.

Should you want to learn more about any of our manufacturing & production vacancies, or should you just want to discuss your particular needs, then please do not hesitate to contact me to have an informal, confidential chat.