Product Development Engineer (Mechanical)

Ford & Stanley Recruitment; Chapel-en-le-Frith; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK-based manufacturer is seeking a qualified Product Development Engineer for their Chapel-en-le-Frith location. The role involves leading product development initiatives, enhancing performance, and driving innovation across product portfolios. Candidates must be degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering with a background in manufacturing. Excellent communication and a proactive problem-solving mindset are essential. This position is full-time and on-site, offering £40,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering.
• Background in the manufacturing industry.
• Strong awareness of product portfolios and market trends.

Responsibilities

• Lead product development initiatives from concept to delivery.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and supply chain partners.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in product design.

Skills

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Proactive problem-solving mindset

Education

Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Product Development Engineer | Chapel-en-le-Frith | £40,000 per annum | Full-time | On-site, 5 days per week

The Company

A leading UK-based manufacturer in its industry, this organisation has built a strong international reputation for delivering high-quality components to clients worldwide. With full manufacturing capabilities and on-site test rigs, they are committed to engineering excellence and continuous innovation.

The Role

This is a unique opportunity for a strategically minded and qualified Mechanical Engineer to join a dynamic and forward-thinking engineering team. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping product strategies, enhancing performance, and driving innovation across a diverse product portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead product development initiatives from concept to delivery
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and supply chain partners
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in product design
• Engage with the production team to future-proof designs
• Contribute ideas that keep the company ahead of its competitors.
• Maintain clear communication across engineering and production teams
• Support testing and validation processes on-site

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering
• Background in the manufacturing industry
• Strong awareness of product portfolios and market trends
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Proactive problem-solving mindset

Close date: 16/10/2025

Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy.