Production Engineer (Full Lifecycle Development)
Locations: Northampton, Northamptonshire
Salary: £35,000 - £50,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Impact Recruitment are supporting a well-established and highly innovative engineering and manufacturing business in their search for a Production Engineer with strong design and product development capability.
The Role
You will be responsible for the full product lifecycle, with a particular emphasis on design engineering and Design for Manufacture. Working closely with cross‑functional teams, you will ensure that products are innovative, practical, efficient, and production‑ready.
Key Responsibilities
* Leading end‑to‑end product development, from concept design through to production implementation
* Producing detailed designs using CAD (ideally Autodesk Inventor), with a strong focus on manufacturability
* Applying Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles at all stages of development
* Developing prototypes, conducting testing, and supporting validation and verification activities
* Designing jigs, fixtures, and assembly aids to support efficient production processes
* Acting as the key link between design and production, ensuring smooth transition into manufacturing
* Providing hands‑on technical support on the shop floor, troubleshooting design and production issues
* Driving continuous improvement across both product design and manufacturing processes
* Collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver products to specification
* Occasional UK and international travel as required
About You
* A degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent practical experience)
* Proven experience in product design and development within a manufacturing setting (minimum 2 years)
* Strong CAD capability (ideally Autodesk Inventor or similar)
* A solid understanding of engineering standards and structured product development processes
* Experience applying DFM/DFA principles in real‑world applications
* The ability to balance design intent with practical production constraints
* Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross‑functionally
* A hands‑on, problem‑solving mindset with a proactive approach
What's On Offer
* Flexible working hours
* Hybrid working (Fridays)
* Early finish on Fridays
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Pension contribution (5%)
* Life assurance (4× salary)
* Healthcare support scheme
* Free refreshments on site
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity for a design‑focused Production Engineer to join a forward‑thinking business where design plays a critical role in manufacturing success. You will have genuine ownership of projects, influence over product development, and the opportunity to see your designs progress from concept through to reality.
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