Job Description
Looking to lead innovation in a business that values curiosity, creativity, and real-world impact? As Senior Product Design Engineer in Hereford, youll shape early-stage product development across EMEA for a global leader in water management. This hybrid role offers £60,000£65,000 plus a generous benefits package and high ownership from day one.
Scope of the Role:
Your mission is to uncover user needs and turn them into viable innovation projects. Youll guide early product research, prototyping, and business case development across multiple EMEA markets.
* Lead customer discovery and concept development for plumbing innovations
* Run ideation workshops and build proof-of-concept prototypes
* Create business cases with market analysis and commercial rationale
* Partner with universities, research agencies, and global teams
* Maintain design intent from discovery through to industrialisation
Key Skills and Experience Required:
* Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Product Design Engineering
* Strong product development experience with a user-centred mindset
* Proficient in CAD (SolidWorks essential; Creo desirable)
* Experience in prototyping and early-stage concept testing
* Background in water systems or plastic components is advantageous
Salary and Benefits:
* £60,000£65,000 basic salary
* 6% employer pension contribution
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Life assurance
* Hybrid working: 3 days onsite, 2 remote
* Health cashback plan and eyecare vouchers
* Access to an Independent Financial Advisor
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Subsidised gym membership
Youll be joining a collaborative and inquisitive Research and Development team working at the front end of innovation. Whether your background is in mechanical design, user-led product development, or working as an R&D Engineer or Innovation Engineer, this role offers the chance to influence real-world solutions used across EMEA. Based in Hereford, the team blends product insight with strong technical rigour and a practical, cross-functional approach.
How to Apply:
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