Product Development Engineer | Chapel-en-le-Frith | £40,000 per annum | Full-time | On-site, 5 days per week
The Company
A leading UK-based manufacturer in its industry, this organisation has built a strong international reputation for delivering high-quality components to clients worldwide. With full manufacturing capabilities and on-site test rigs, they are committed to engineering excellence and continuous innovation.
The Role
This is a unique opportunity for a strategically minded and qualified Mechanical Engineer to join a dynamic and forward-thinking engineering team. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping product strategies, enhancing performance, and driving innovation across a diverse product portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
Lead product development initiatives from concept to delivery
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and supply chain partners
Drive innovation and continuous improvement in product design
Engage with the production team to future-proof designs
Contribute ideas that keep the company ahead of its competitors.
Maintain clear communication across engineering and production teams
Support testing and validation processes on-site
Essential Experience & Qualifications
Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering
Background in the manufacturing industry
Strong awareness of product portfolios and market trends
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Proactive problem-solving mindset
Close date: 16/10/2025
About Ford & Stanley group
Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to the boardroom.
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Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy.
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