Product Development Engineer

Job Title:

Product Development Engineer

Salary: £45,000

Location:

Kettering – Site based

Job Description

An engineering-led organisation is seeking a Product Development Engineer to design and develop innovative engineered products from concept through to manufacture and commissioning.

This role offers hands-on involvement across the full product lifecycle and close collaboration with manufacturing, project, and commercial teams.

Job Responsibilities

* Design new and existing products using Solid Works, producing 3D models and detailed manufacturing drawings

* Drive continuous improvement of products, designs, and manufacturing processes

* Create and manage Bills of Materials (BOMs) and technical documentation

* Ensure all designs are fit for purpose, value engineered, and compliant with statutory and H&S requirements

* Support project execution by liaising with internal departments and, where required, customers

Skills Required

* Proven experience in product / design engineering

* Strong knowledge of sheet metal and fabricated product design

* Proficient in Solid Works (sheet metal and weldments) and AutoCAD 2D

* Creative problem-solver with strong communication and organisational skills

Apply within or contact Levi Goodridge at Sapien Engineering.

Please note that our clients are unable to offer sponsorship for employment visas. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only those shortlisted will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 14 days of applying, please assume that your application has not been successful