Product Design Engineer
Location: Suffolk
Department: Technical
Role Type: Permanent
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000
Full On-Site 5 days a week
Reporting to the Head of Technical, the Senior Design Engineer will be an integral part of the design team, responsible for both customer-specific projects and internal product development. You’ll take full ownership of designing injection moulding projects and manage them from initial concept and CAD modelling through to prototyping and verification. This role requires a solid understanding of design and development of injection moulded plastics, as well as system integration to create effective product solutions.
Your Responsibilities
Lead and support the design and development of injection moulded and fabricated plastic products from concept to production, including 3D modelling and engineering drawings
Work across multiple projects, adapting to changing requirements and schedules while maintaining a focus on delivering high-quality engineering solutions
Manage and ensure project delivery in line with time, budget, and technical specifications
Complete and oversee design changes according to company processes
Liaise with external suppliers (toolmakers, material providers) and customers to ensure expectations are met
Collaborate with internal departments (production, planning, purchasing, sales) to support product development
Participate in and lead design reviews providing insightful feedback and creative improvements
Use the MRP system to generate and manage Bills of Materials effectivelyRequired qualifications:
An engineering/design qualification (BEng/BSc, HND, HNC, BTEC or similar)Skills:
Proficient in 3D CAD systems (Solid Edge preferred, SolidWorks also considered)
Proven experience in product design, drawing creation, and team supervision/management
Strong knowledge of engineering thermoplastics, injection moulding, and machining processes
Ability to clearly communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences
Deep understanding of DFM (Design for Manufacture), cost analysis, and team management
Skilled in DFMEA, PFMEA, and design qualification processes
Capable of conceptualising, designing, and validating products to customer requirements
Experience working with external toolmakers and internal cross-functional teams
Ability to peer review moulded component designs
Strong task and project prioritisation skills
Experience with injection mould tooling and part design
Proficient in tolerance analysisGreat to Haves:
Previous work in a manufacturing environment
CAM software knowledge (preferably MasterCAM)
Familiarity with electro-mechanical systems
General understanding of electronic design principles
Experience using 3D printing and rapid prototyping technologies