Product Development Engineer
Westhill
£ 40000 - 50000/annum
Product Development Engineer – Permanent Position
Salary: Negotiable, dependent on experience + Benefits
Location: Westhill, Aberdeenshire
About the opportunity
This role, reporting directly to the Engineering Manager and Technical Director, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving the development of cutting-edge products from concept to market release. The holder will be responsible for leading the conceptualisation and design of new products. This organisation works across a number of key industries including military, construction and nuclear having built strong relationships and reputation over a number of years.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead conceptualisation and design of new products, working closely with the Engineering Manager and Technical Director to align designs with strategic objectives.
Utilise advanced CAD software (e.g. Solidworks) to create a detailed, precision-engineered product design
Oversea the development of prototypes, coordinating with manufacturing and testing teams
Conduct thorough testing and validation of prototypes.
Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including process engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, quality assurance, and marketing, ensuring alignment with overall project goals.
Regularly update managers on project progress, challenges, and proposed solutions.
Evaluate materials and manufacturing processes to ensure optimal performance, cos...