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?? Leicester (On-site)?? Full Time | Permanent�? Recruiting exclusively on behalf of a leading creative manufacturing company
We’re working with a fast-paced and rapidly expanding business in the POS/POP display industry to find an experienced and practical Development Engineer to join their growing development team in Leicester.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their engineering career—bringing creativity and commercial awareness to a role that blends innovation with hands-on delivery.
The RoleAs a Development Engineer, you’ll be responsible for turning client concepts into fully developed, cost-effective solutions that are ready for manufacture. Working closely with internal departments, you'll support projects from initial brief through to production—whether in-house or outsourced.
This is an office-based role with light physical requirements, offering the chance to be part of a collaborative, technically focused team environment.
Key Responsibilities-
Develop functional, client-aligned engineering solutions
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Deliver cost-effective development strategies for both in-house and external manufacturing routes
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Conduct site surveys when required
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Collaborate with Planning, Workshop, Prototyping, and Pre-Production to align project delivery with sales forecasts and budget constraints
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Implement internal procedures and uphold company policies
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Foster a professional, honest, and team-oriented culture
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Proactively report issues and obstacles to the Head of Development to ensure seamless project flow
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Proven experience in a development engineering role (POS/POP or display industry highly desirable)
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Strong proficiency in SolidWorks
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
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Highly organised with strong time management and multitasking abilities
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Proficient in MS Office and reporting tools
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Meticulous attention to detail and a methodical, solution-oriented mindset
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Comfortable working independently while contributing to broader team goals
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Good numeracy and record-keeping skills
