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- Annual Salary: £38-50K, based on experience
- Location:Â Coleraine
- Job Type:Â Full-time
Reed are partnered with leading engineering manufacturer who are seeking a Product Development Engineer with a strong background in Mechanical Design to deliver innovative design solutions and drive our product development initiatives.
Day-to-day of the role:- Lead the introduction of internally designed products, from concept through to manufacture, including creating 3D CAD models using SolidEdge 3D software.
- Develop technical drawings, product specifications, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and product costings to enable manufacture.
- Select and source appropriate third-party components for designs.
- Ensure compliance with customer specifications, regulatory standards, and performance levels for safety, function, and reliability.
- Conduct independent research to understand relevant codes and standards.
- Collaborate with the production team to address design concerns, develop jigs/fixtures, and resolve problems effectively.
- Support sales through the creation of sales drawings, preliminary technical specifications, site visits, and providing technical advice.
- Participate in continuous improvement activities to enhance product quality, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
- Assist management in developing accurate estimates of time, resources, and materials for projects.
- Perform additional duties as required to ensure the successful delivery of all ongoing products within the company workstream.
- 8+ years’ experience as a design or product development engineer within sectors such as data centres, construction, transport, or material handling.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design Engineering, or a related field.
- Proficiency in 3D modelling and technical drawing, specifically for sheet metal design; SolidEdge preferred.
- Excellent communication skills, capable of leading technical discussions and presenting ideas clearly.
- Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and engage with stakeholders effectively.
- Strong leadership skills with a proactive, self-driven attitude.
- Adaptability and willingness to undertake diverse tasks.
- UK driving license.
- 31 days annual leave plus additional leave based on length of service.
- Flexi-time with early finishes on Thursday and Friday.
- Discretionary bi-annual bonus.
- Company sick pay and life assurance.
- Annual social events and well-being initiatives.
- Long Service Awards.
