We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Product Design Engineer to support the development of innovative products from concept through production. Based in Colchester, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring new ideas to life, contribute to design decisions, and help ensure our products meet user needs, quality standards, and manufacturing requirements.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
* Assist in the design and development of new products and components.
* Create detailed 2D drawings and 3D CAD models using AutoCAD Inventor
* Support prototyping, testing, and validation of designs.
* Conduct research and benchmarking to inform design improvements.
* Participate in design reviews and team brainstorming sessions.
* Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, sales, and quality teams to ensure product feasibility and performance.
* Document design processes and maintain design files according to company standards.
* Identify new systems and processes to drive quality, efficiency and save costs
* Plan effectively to ensure projects are delivered on time, to standard and to budget.
Qualifications Include:
* Degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
* Technical illustration and sketching experience.
* Proficiency in AutoCAD Inventor.
* Good Understanding of the plastic injection moulding process as well as fundamental knowledge of machining and sheet metal fabrication.
* Innovation skills with the ability to think creatively
* E-literate and competent in developing, administering and using PC systems to acquire, manipulate and disseminate information.
* Experienced problem solver and trouble shooter.
* Strong organisational and time management skills.
* Excellent interpersonal/communication and presentation skills.
* Able to multitask, prioritise, and manage time efficiently
* Goal-oriented, organised team player
* Self-motivated and self-directed
* Understanding of Loss Prevention in the Retail industry would be a plus.
* Knowledge of product materials and capabilities, as well as BS8888 standard.
* Authorization to work in the UK indefinitely without restrictions or sponsorship.
About Us:
Sekura Global is an expert provider of loss prevention solutions specializing in security tags. We partner with top retail customers to develop innovative, easy to use products that offer a high level of product protection and peace of mind. We have offices and warehouses in North America, the UK, Germany, and Australia, with our headquarters based in the UK. We pride ourselves on being responsive and nimble, taking a dynamic approach to combatting retail crime worldwide.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Work Location: In person