Product Development Engineer — Prototyping & Compliance

Falcon Foodservice Equipment; Stirling; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work with a market-leading brand in catering equipment

Opportunity to influence product development

Engagement with top chefs and businesses

Job summary

Falcon Foodservice Equipment seeks a Product Development Engineer in Stirling, UK. This hands-on role focuses on developing and improving gas and electrical catering appliances. You will be involved in prototype testing, compliance, and collaboration with design and production teams.

Ideal candidates have experience in product testing, strong technical skills, and a degree in a related discipline. Engaging with top chefs and influencing product innovation within a market-leading brand makes this an exciting opportunity.

Qualifications

• Experience in product testing, compliance engineering, or appliance development.
• Knowledge of gas and/or electrical appliance standards and testing.
• Hands-on skills in prototype assembly, wiring, instrumentation, and fault finding.
• Experience producing technical reports and compliance documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Proactive and collaborative approach to working with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Building, modifying, and instrumenting prototypes and pilot units.
• Planning and carrying out compliance, EMC, environmental, and performance testing.
• Supporting new product development and existing product improvements.
• Driving DFM, reliability, and serviceability enhancements.
• Managing test programmes, reports, and certification evidence.
• Coordinating external laboratory testing and reviewing results.

Skills

Product testing

Compliance engineering

Prototype assembly

Analytical problem-solving

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Education

Degree, HND or HNC in Mechanical, Electrical/Electronic, Gas Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Falcon Foodservice Equipment seeks a Product Development Engineer in Stirling, UK. This hands-on role focuses on developing and improving gas and electrical catering appliances. You will be involved in prototype testing, compliance, and collaboration with design and production teams.

Ideal candidates have experience in product testing, strong technical skills, and a degree in a related discipline. Engaging with top chefs and influencing product innovation within a market-leading brand makes this an exciting opportunity.