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.
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