Product Development Manager

Prime Appointments; Essex; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturer is seeking a Product Development Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of air filtration products. The role requires strong engineering expertise, particularly in HVAC systems, and includes hands-on design, testing, and supplier collaboration. This position offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits such as additional holiday and early finishes on Fridays.

Benefits

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

1pm finish on a Friday

Qualifications

• Strong product development background is essential.
• Experience with HVAC, filtration, or similar systems is required.
• Confidence in supplier engagement and documentation is important.

Responsibilities

• Research and apply new technologies.
• Design and prototype products to British Standards.
• Conduct testing and create full documentation.

Skills

Product development

Supplier engagement

CAD design

Education

Degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Job description

Product Development Manager - Engineering Colchester Salary: 55,000

We're recruiting a Product Development Manager for a leading UK manufacturer of dust and fume extraction systems. This is a hands-on, full-lifecycle role - ideal for someone who enjoys designing industrial products from the ground up.

As Product Development Manager, you'll manage everything from concept research and CAD design to testing, supplier engagement, and product launch - playing a key role in shaping the next generation of air filtration systems used by major UK manufacturers.

Key responsibilities:

• Research and apply new technologies
• Design and prototype products to British Standards
• Source suppliers and third-party solutions
• Conduct testing and create full documentation
• Support product marketing and launch activity
• Act as the internal technical expert

Requirements:

• Degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering
• Strong product development background
• Experience with HVAC, filtration, or similar systems
• Skilled in SolidWorks or Inventor
• Confident with supplier engagement and documentation

Great Benefits to working for this company include:

• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
• 1pm finish on a Friday

If you feel like you meet the above criteria & would like to be considered for this Operations Manager position, please apply with your CV and contact Mark at Prime Appointments for a confidential chat.