Product Design Engineer

Job Title - Product Design Engineer
Duration - 6 Month Contract 
Working Model - Onsite in Manchester
Hourly Rate - Circa £40p/hour (Outside IR35)

Product Design Engineer Overview 
My client is looking for a Product Design Engineer to join their team within a manufacturing and product development environment. The successful candidate will be involved in the design and development of new and existing products, taking ideas from concept through to production.

The role will include creating 3D CAD models, producing technical drawings and working closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure designs are practical, cost-effective and suitable for manufacture.

The Product Design Engineer role will involve:

Producing and developing product designs for manufacturing and commercial applications
Creating and maintaining 3D CAD models, drawings, and product documentation
Preparing technical specifications and supporting design justification where required
Ensuring designs are suitable for manufacture, assembly, and cost-effective production
Reviewing and refining designs through concept, prototype, and production stages
Coordinating with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams to ensure design intent is met
Supporting product development through to testing, validation, and production release
The Product Design Engineer will need to have the following attributes:

Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Product Design, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
Proficient in SolidWorks with the ability to produce detailed 3D CAD models and engineering drawings
Experience in product design and development within a manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of design for manufacture (DFM) principles
Ability to interpret technical specifications and translate concepts into practical design solutions
Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively within a cross-functional team
Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining, fabrication, injection moulding or assembly would be advantageous
If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV, along with your availability and hourly rate expectations