Product Design Engineer (NPD) in Droitwich

If you’re looking for a progressive and rewarding career and you thrive in a fast-paced, fun and team-orientated environment, then look no further!

Overview of Vax: Our heritage-rich, expert-led business has always had the same goal: to prioritize innovation and to design easy-to-use products that seamlessly integrate into our customers' lives, offering reliable, quick solutions to cleaning homes, whatever the mess. Vax has forged its reputation as a brand that focuses on the needs of its customers. Our culture of innovation is at the heart of everything we do and we work hard to constantly think of new ways to improve our products, ensuring that we deliver premium quality products for our customers.

Global Floorcare, part of TTI, is home to two iconic floorcare brands: Vax and Hoover. Together, we combine decades of expertise with a passion for innovation, creating products that make cleaning faster, easier and more effective for millions of customers around the world. Our success is built on understanding the needs of consumers and continuously pushing the boundaries of what's possible in floorcare. Backed by the scale and strength of a global business, we are committed to developing high-quality, innovative solutions that deliver exceptional performance and help people care for their homes with confidence.

We work on a hybrid basis, this role will be working 4 days onsite and 1 day from home. We're looking for someone who can deliver robust, manufacturable mechanical designs while taking increasing ownership of project delivery and technical decision-making. You'll develop innovative solutions that meet product performance objectives, proactively identify and challenge performance gaps, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and PRC throughout the development process. You'll be responsible for creating accurate project schedules and work breakdown structures, while building strong, trusted relationships across our global engineering team to ensure successful product delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Product Performance: Drive product performance expected of the brand, identifying and challenging design gaps with limited direction
• Design Execution: Deliver on project goals with minimal oversight, considering all details of the design and their effects on the project
• Technical Communication: Present technical information to cross-functional teams and drive clear communication with support groups and PRC
• Problem Escalation: Proactively alert stakeholders to obstacles and roadblocks, bringing potential solutions to the table
• Product Innovation: Deliver product innovation and apply root-cause problem solving toward creative solutions

What we need from you:

• Proficient in tolerance stack-ups and CAD modelling of complex parts and assemblies
• Capable in FEA, mathematical analysis of mechanisms, and failure analysis
• Good understanding of materials, heat treatments, and manufacturing processes
• Able to apply appropriate drawing specifications for function and manufacturing
• Growing knowledge of the overall NPD process and project scheduling (WBS)

At Vax we are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We believe in creating a supportive environment where everyone can thrive and grow. If you're looking to join a forward-thinking company that values collaboration, innovation, and impact — we’d love to hear from you. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will do what we can to support you.

Please note: Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role.

Vax is made up of people who have a shared understanding of our mission and vision. Our values define who we are and what we stand for; Trust – We’re experts and everything we do is based on brilliant knowledge. Honesty – Our commitment to doing the right means we are always open and transparent. Resilience – For decades, we have embraced change and been agile in what we do. We aren’t easily discouraged. Innovation – We’re curious and explore opportunities, innovating to benefit our customers and business. Valued – We are better when each of us feels included and respected for who we are and what we contribute. Energy – We are positive thinkers, excited about what we do.