Mazco Recruitment is working in partnership with a well-established and forward-thinking manufacturing business to recruit a Product Development Engineer / Assistant Manager. This is a key role within the organisation, offering genuine long-term progression into a management position for the right individual.
The Role
You will play a critical part in new product development and introduction, acting as a technical lead across design, machining, tooling, and customer interaction. This role combines hands-on engineering with project ownership and leadership responsibility.
Key Responsibilities
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New Product Development (NPD) and New Product Introduction (NPI)
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Full project management responsibility from concept to production
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Product and tool design using SolidWorks
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Creation and control of engineering drawings
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CAM programming using FeatureCAM (or similar)
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Machining strategy development and process optimisation
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Tool trials, lifecycle testing, and validation activities
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High-level inspection and documentation (CMM, ISIR, FAIRs)
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Creation of work instructions and technical documentation
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Acting as the customer technical lead within Product Development / R&D
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Direct communication with customers throughout the development process
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Involvement in non-conformance investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement projects
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Supporting and developing team members, acting as a mentor and role model
Required Skills & Experience
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Strong working knowledge of SolidWorks, machining principles, CAM (FeatureCAM or similar), and tool design
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Time-served apprenticeship with HNC / HND / Degree in Engineering
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Excellent IT skills, including Excel (formulas), chart creation, and presentations
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Confident working across multiple teams while maintaining strong professional relationships
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Ability to lead, mentor, and influence others
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Experience using a variety of databases and manufacturing systems
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Organised, proactive, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously
Desirable Experience
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Previous exposure to rubber moulding technology would be highly advantageous
What’s on Offer
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£50,000 – £60,000 salary depending on experience
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Day shift role with excellent work-life balance
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Clear development plan into a management role within 3 years
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Opportunity to influence product strategy and technical direction
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Stable, long-term position within a growing business