Principal Engineer in Bournemouth

At Gozney, we are on a mission to change the way the world cooks outdoors. Since 2010, Gozney has made cooking with fire easy by pioneering next-level pizza ovens. Our multi-award-winning outdoor pizza ovens are beautiful, high-performing, durable tools designed for chefs and made intuitive for beginners, so anyone can make, create, cook, connect, discover, and grow. We are creators of new experiences, and we’re seeking motivated individuals excited to join our expanding team and embark on an incredible journey.

Gozney is growing rapidly, both in demand for our existing range of products and by adding exciting new products into the range. We are passionate about creating exciting, engaging products that enable our customers to create something amazing. We set very high standards for quality and we’re constantly striving to ensure our products exceed our customers’ expectations of form, fit and function.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Ownership: Lead the design and development of new outdoor oven products from initial concept through to final production.
• The "Maker" Approach: Take a hands-on approach to engineering—actively building, testing, and refining prototypes in the workshop to accelerate the innovation cycle.
• Cross-Functional Synergy: Partner with R&D, Marketing, and Sales to ensure designs are not only technically superior but also perfectly aligned with market demands and business goals.
• Fearless Innovation: Embrace a bold, experimental mindset. You should be comfortable with high-energy experiments and controlled risk-taking—even if it means blowing things up in the name of progress.
• Hands-on Fabrication: Lead prototyping efforts using a variety of tools, including angle grinders, welding, and 3D printing, to create functional proof-of-concepts.
• Technical Integration: Integrate and test complex electronic systems (sensors, controllers, ignition) and gas burner assemblies for peak performance and safety.
• Rigorous Validation: Conduct thermal, structural, and durability testing, iterating designs rapidly based on real-world data and "fail fast" methodologies.
• International Collaboration: Serve as the technical bridge to our manufacturing team in China, ensuring designs are optimized for production and facilitating a seamless exchange of technical data.
• DFM (Design for Manufacturing): Conduct thorough feasibility assessments, evaluating cost implications, supply chain logistics, and production practicality early in the design phase.
• Documentation Excellence: Produce comprehensive 3D models, technical drawings, specifications, and design verification plans (DVP) to ensure quality at scale.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
• Proven experience in a technical role, preferably in product development for consumer goods with knowledge of gas products.
• Strong understanding of outdoor oven technology, gas system components, combustion processes, thermodynamics, materials science and safety standards.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and contribute to technical aspects of projects.
• Proficient in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and other design tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• There is an expectation of this role to be office based at our Bournemouth offices 3-4 days per week.

A Bit About What We Offer

• Competitive salary, bonus scheme, Pension, benefits, and pizza!
• Flexible ‘unlimited’ paid time off.
• Enhanced parental leave.
• Fun and flexible work environment.
• Free product and Friends and Family discount on Gozney products.

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

Gozney is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We embrace individuals of varied nationalities, backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. Our ongoing commitment is to foster an inclusive and supportive workplace, enabling you to excel in your career.