Product Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Luton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of electrical components is seeking a skilled Product Manager to oversee product development and technical support. You will collaborate with manufacturing partners, manage compliance assessments, and ensure product quality. Ideal candidates will have an engineering background and experience with manufacturing processes. A competitive salary of £40,000 – £50,000 is offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• Background in engineering, ideally electrical or electronic systems.
• Experience liaising with overseas suppliers or manufacturers.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing product development and technical support.
• Managing product testing and compliance assessments.
• Maintaining technical documentation and compliance records.

Skills

Engineering

Manufacturing Processes

Quality Standards

Communication

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

The Company

An established and rapidly growing manufacturer of electrical components is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Product Manager to strengthen their product development team. This business supplies to various industries and is known for its commitment to quality and innovation.

The Role

As Product Manager, you will oversee the development and technical support of a diverse portfolio of electrical products. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading product development in collaboration with manufacturing partners—defining technical specifications, drafting product briefs, and evaluating initial samples

• Managing product testing and coordinating external compliance assessments

• Developing packaging and labelling requirements, as well as instruction manuals and technical datasheets

• Working closely with internal quality teams to investigate issues, propose improvements, and liaise with suppliers to resolve concerns

• Ensuring product compliance with key regulatory and safety standards such as EMC, Rohs, and REACH

• Maintaining up-to-date technical documentation and compliance records, including WEEE and packaging data

The Candidate

To be considered, you should have:

A background in engineering, ideally with a focus on electrical or electronic systems

A strong understanding of manufacturing and quality processes, including regulatory standards

The ability to identify product features and communicate their benefits

Awareness of electrical installation practices and environments (e.g., construction sites) would be advantageous

Experience liaising with overseas suppliers or manufacturers

Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

The Package

A competitive salary in the £40,000 – £50,000 range, depending on experience and technical capability.

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