At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop innovative products from concept to production using SolidWorks.
- Company: Established engineering and manufacturing business focused on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension, ongoing training, and hybrid working options.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with exposure to the full product development lifecycle.
- Why this job: Join a forward-thinking team and influence product performance with your ideas.
- Qualifications: Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; experience with 3D CAD.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Product Design Engineer to join an established engineering and manufacturing business developing innovative products for commercial applications. This role would suit a Mechanical Design Engineer with experience in product development, 3D CAD and manufacturing who enjoys taking products from concept through to production. Working within a collaborative engineering team, you will be involved in the full product development lifecycle, contributing to both new product introduction (NPI) and the continuous improvement of existing products.
If you are looking for a technically challenging role where your ideas can directly influence product performance and future development, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career.
The Role
As a Product Design Engineer, you will play a key role in the design and development of new and existing products. Your responsibilities will include:
- Designing mechanical components and assemblies using SolidWorks
- Producing detailed 2D manufacturing drawings and engineering documentation
- Supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) projects from concept through to production
- Developing practical, cost-effective design solutions that meet customer and manufacturing requirements
- Working closely with manufacturing, procurement and commercial teams during product development
- Producing and maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs)
- Supporting prototype development, product testing and validation activities
- Identifying opportunities for product improvement, cost reduction and enhanced manufacturability
- Applying Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles throughout the design process
- Investigating new materials, technologies and manufacturing methods to support future product development
About You
We are looking for a motivated engineer with a passion for product design and continuous improvement. You will ideally have:
- Degree, HND or HNC in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Design Engineering or a related discipline
- Experience using SolidWorks or another 3D CAD package such as Creo, Inventor, Siemens NX or Solid Edge
- Experience designing products for manufacture within an engineering or manufacturing environment
- Understanding of sheet metal, fabricated components, plastic mouldings or mechanical assemblies
- Knowledge of engineering drawings, GD&T and manufacturing processes
- Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) or product development projects
- Good problem-solving and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team
Knowledge of electrical design or electromechanical products would be advantageous but is not essential.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary
- Company pension
- Ongoing technical training and professional development
- Opportunity to work on innovative product development projects
- Supportive engineering environment
- Exposure to the full product development lifecycle
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking engineering business where innovation, technical excellence and continuous improvement are central to the way products are developed. You will work on a diverse range of projects, gain exposure to every stage of the design process and play a key role in bringing new engineering solutions to market. If you are a Mechanical Design Engineer looking to develop your technical skills while working on exciting product development projects, we would like to hear from you.
Location: Norfolk (Hybrid Working Available)
Apply now for a confidential discussion.
Product Design Engineer employer: EVP Recruitment Ltd
At EVP Recruitment Ltd, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture. Our hybrid working model allows for flexibility while ensuring our Technical Data Engineers have access to ongoing professional development opportunities, competitive salaries, and a supportive team environment. Join us in driving data integrity and making a meaningful impact within the engineering sector.
