Position: Product Designer (R&D) Location: South West England (On-site) Salary Range: £34,000 – £42,000 per annum Job Type: Permanent Category: Product Design / Research & Development Role Overview A well-established UK manufacturer is seeking a Product Designer to join its dynamic Research & Development team. You’ll play a key role in designing new products and enhancing existing ones—supporting innovation from concept through to production. This is a hands-on, technical role involving collaboration across engineering, production, and external partners. You'll contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, represent the department in cross-functional meetings, and ensure high standards in both design quality and cost-effectiveness. Key Responsibilities * Deliver high-quality design and engineering input across product development projects within your area of expertise. * Create detailed CAD designs and engineering drawings for both new products and improvements to existing lines. * Drive continuous improvement within the R&D team—organisationally and technically. * Represent the department in internal and external meetings, advocating for best practices and company interests. * Ensure new processes, methodologies, and practices are implemented effectively and positively. * Maintain a focus on accuracy, cost contro...