Product Engineer
Location: Bridgwater
Hours: Full Time 37 hours per week – Flexi-time
Salary: Competitive + up to 4% bonus per annum
Key Responsibilities of a Product Engineer
* Develop technical solutions and supporting rationale in response to application requirements.
* Design metal and PTFE sealing solutions using established design guides or bespoke development.
* Produce manufacturing and proposal drawings for products.
* Project manage the technical aspects of New Product Introduction, collaborating with commercial, operational, and supply chain teams.
* Provide technical training and support to Sales and Application Engineers.
* Deliver presentations for technical training and product promotion.
* Identify and guide Sales Engineers towards sales opportunities through product and case history awareness.
* Support marketing activities such as trade shows, customer visits, and promotional materials.
* Occasionally travel within the UK, Europe, and internationally to support team members and customer requirements.
Key Skills of a Product Engineer
* Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering with strong technical fundamentals.
* Minimum 3 years’ relevant industrial experience, ideally in sealing, Oil & Gas, Food Processing, Automotive, Aerospace, Compressors, or Semiconductor sectors.
* Strong problem‑solving abilities to align customer needs with effective solutions.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, CAD (preferably NX), and FEA (preferably Abaqus).
* Excellent communication skills with both internal teams and customers.
* Highly resourceful, with strong time management and ability to meet deadlines.
* Organised, detail‑oriented, and structured in work approach.
* Collaborative and approachable team player.
* Able to take initiative and work flexibly in a dynamic environment.
To be considered for this role, please email your CV to andrew.penrith@first-base.co.uk or call Andyon 01453 755330.
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