Overview
Product Design Engineer – Chepstow Area
Haystack Selection is working with a forward-thinking engineering business that’s growing its design team. They are seeking a Product Design Engineer to take on a varied, hands-on role where you’ll create designs and see them come to life on the production floor.
Responsibilities
* Develop innovative and reliable product designs that are cost-effective and compliant.
* Create bespoke solutions to meet specific customer requirements.
* Produce CAD models, technical drawings, and supporting documentation.
* Use calculations and FEA to validate structural performance.
* Work closely with production to see designs through to manufacture.
* Handle prototypes and address any quality or design issues during build.
* Manage bills of materials through the ERP system.
* Support testing, validation, and continuous improvements.
Candidate Profile
* Degree-qualified in Mechanical, Product, or related Engineering subject.
* 3+ years experience in a mechanical/product design role.
* Skilled in SolidWorks and confident with engineering analysis.
* A hands-on approach keen to be on the shop floor, working with products directly.
* Excellent problem-solving ability and attention to detail.
* Strong organisational skills and commercial awareness.
* ERP system knowledge; experience with aluminium structures is an advantage.
Salary & Benefits
* Salary up to £40,000 DOE
* Annual bonus scheme (5% of salary)
* Site allowance: 17p per mile, calculated from home postcode to office, payable to all UK staff
* Pension contribution scheme
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Free parking and a modern workspace
This role may also be of interest to candidates with experience in: Mechanical Design Engineering, Product Development Engineering, CAD Engineering, Structural Design, R&D Engineering, Mechanical Systems Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aluminium Fabrication, Custom Machinery Design, or Engineering Project Management
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