Technical Product Development Specialist

ZipRecruiter; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company seeks a Technical Product Development Specialist to join their Wheel and Tyre Core Team. The role involves developing cutting-edge technologies while supporting cross-functional collaboration and driving innovation in vehicle performance and safety. Candidates should have strong technical writing skills, a customer-focused mindset, and a degree in engineering.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop requirements and test procedures for wheels and tyres.
• Conduct DFMEA and develop engineering tools.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Technical writing

Project management

Data analysis

Collaboration

Education

Degree in relevant engineering discipline

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Technical Product Development Specialist to join our customer’s Wheel and Tyre Core Team based in the Gaydon area. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge vehicle technologies and play a key role in shaping the future of mobility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and develop requirements and test procedures for wheels, tyres, valves, assemblies, puncture management systems (PMS), and tyre pressure monitoring systems (TPMS).
• Conduct and contribute to Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA).
• Develop engineering tools to support wheel and tyre development.
• Perform data analysis and compile technical reports.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, focusing on process efficiency, cost reduction, quality enhancement, and virtual/simulation-based development.
• Support cross-functional collaboration across design, manufacturing, marketing, research, and regulatory teams.
• Undertake additional tasks as directed by the line manager in line with the role.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently under broad guidance.
• Strong technical writing skills with a proven ability to author engineering documentation.
• Basic project management skills with the ability to manage personal workload and meet deadlines.
• Customer-focused mindset with a collaborative approach to working with internal and external stakeholders.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience in wheel and/or tyre development, including manufacturing, assembly, PMS, or TPMS.
• Familiarity with defining technical standards, test procedures, and quality management systems.
• Understanding of product development and delivery processes within the automotive sector.

Education & Qualifications:

• Degree-qualified in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent industry experience.

Interested?

If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role in a dynamic engineering environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to be part of a team that’s driving innovation in vehicle performance and safety.