Senior Product Design Engineer Full-Time, PermanentWalsall, West MidlandsHybrid Working AvailableCompetitive Salary & Benefits Package We are partnering with a leading lighting manufacturer in the West Midlands who are seeking an experienced Senior Product Design Engineer to join their growing engineering team. This is a key hire for the business, reporting directly into the Managing Director, with responsibility for leading engineering projects from initial concept through to full production. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in both new product development (NPD) and the continuous improvement of existing product ranges, with a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and manufacturability. This is a hands-on leadership role, combining technical design expertise with engineering ownership and process improvement across the full product lifecycle.Senior Product Design EngineerJob DescriptionLead end-to-end engineering projects from concept through to production, including modifications to existing product rangesOversee all stages of the design and development process, ensuring innovation, quality, and sustainability targets are achievedTake ownership of New Product Introduction (NPI) for both standard product development and bespoke lighting solutionsAct as technical lead within the engineering function, driving continuous improvement across products and processesEnsure all designs comply with relevant national and international safety and performance standardsDeliver hands-on electro-mechanical design work, including 3D CAD modelling and prototype developmentProduce and maintain technical documentation, including drawings, specifications, and production librariesManage component specifications for purchased parts and assembliesProvide technical support to both internal stakeholders and external customersLead Value Analysis / Value Engineering (VAVE) initiatives in line with business objectivesSupport the Managing Director with technical and engineering-related activitiesSenior Product Design EngineerSkills & Experience RequiredMinimum 5+ years' experience in a product design / development engineering roleIdeally experienced within the lighting or electrical manufacturing sectorStrong proficiency in 3D and 2D CAD software (Autodesk Inventor preferred)Solid understanding of design for manufacture (DFM) principlesKnowledge of manufacturing processes including casting, moulding, extrusion, and sheet metal fabricationHands-on prototyping experience (bench work, soldering, assembly, etc.)Experience with document management systems such as Autodesk Vault (or equivalent)Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a cross-functional engineering teamStrong communication skills with the ability to engage at all levels of the businessWhat's on OfferOpportunity to lead full product lifecycle development within a growing manufacturing businessHigh level of autonomy and direct influence over engineering and product directionExposure to innovative lighting product development and bespoke project workClose collaboration with senior leadership, including direct reporting to the Managing DirectorLong-term career progression within a technically driven environment
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