Product Development Lead

Headturner Search; Malvern; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking an R&D Engineering Team Lead. This role involves guiding a dynamic engineering team through product development from concept to launch. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Mechanical Engineering, significant leadership experience, and proficiency in 3D CAD software. This position offers the opportunity to shape product strategy and lead innovative projects.

Qualifications

• Significant product development experience with proven leadership in engineering teams.
• Experience shaping product strategy based on market trends.
• Proven ability to drive projects from concept to launch.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor engineers through the full product development cycle.
• Shape product strategy by analyzing market trends and user feedback.
• Champion emerging technologies and best practices.

Skills

Leadership

3D CAD skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication

Technical documentation

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

MS Office

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Overview

We're looking for a hands-on R&D Engineering Team Lead to guide our forward-thinking engineering group. You\'ll drive projects from concept through design, prototyping, testing, and production—leveraging customer feedback and performance data to set direction and ensure results.

What You'll Do

• Lead and mentor engineers through the full product development cycle, from concept to launch
• Shape product strategy by analysing market trends and user feedback for continuous improvements
• Use data-driven decision making to overcome engineering challenges and measure outcomes
• Oversee bespoke projects, ensuring delivery to time, cost, and quality targets
• Provide high-level technical guidance and support for products in the field
• Champion emerging technologies and best practices, keeping the team at the cutting edge

What You\'ll Bring

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline
• Significant product development experience with proven leadership in engineering teams
• Strong 3D CAD skills (Autodesk Inventor preferred)
• Comfortable with technical documentation, MS Office, and ideally ERP/MRP systems
• Proactive leader with strong problem-solving skills and a focus on continuous improvement
• Excellent communicator who can influence stakeholders and motivate teams
• Must have UK work eligibility and a full UK driving licence

Apply now to lead innovation and turn ideas into market-ready solutions