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Posted 07 August, 2026

Senior Product Design Engineer

Reed
Kidderminster, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Senior Product Design Engineer

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Location: KidderminsterSalary: £37,000 - £42,000 DOEJob Type: PermanentWorking Pattern: Full Time, Onsite

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Senior Product Design Engineer | SolidWorks | Product Development | Manufacturing

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Are you an experienced Product Design Engineer looking for an opportunity to take ownership of projects from concept through to manufacture?

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We're recruiting for a growing and well-established manufacturing business seeking a Senior Product Design Engineer to join their team in Kidderminster. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in new product development, R&D initiatives, and continuous improvement projects while working closely with production and operational teams.

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The successful candidate will be responsible for developing innovative products, creating production-ready designs using SolidWorks, and ensuring products meet relevant industry standards and compliance requirements.

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Key Responsibilities

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  • Design and develop new products from concept through to manufacture.
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  • Produce detailed engineering drawings and technical documentation using SolidWorks and other CAD/CAM packages.
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  • Improve and optimise existing products to enhance quality, performance, and cost efficiency.
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  • Support research and development activities and contribute to future product innovation.
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  • Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards, including BSEN standards and CE marking requirements.
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  • Generate manufacturing programmes and support the transition from design to production.
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  • Collaborate with estimating, surveying, production, and operations teams to deliver projects successfully.
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  • Support continuous improvement across design and manufacturing processes.
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About You

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  • Previous experience in a Product Design Engineer, Senior Design Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer, or similar position.
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  • Proficient in SolidWorks and the creation of manufacturing drawings.
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  • Strong understanding of manufacturing environments and production processes.
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  • Experience working with sheet metal, fabrication, or industrial manufacturing would be advantageous.
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  • Knowledge of engineering standards and product compliance requirements.
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  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
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  • Comfortable working closely with production and cross-functional teams.
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What's On Offer?

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  • £37,000 - £42,000 salary depending on experience.
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  • Opportunity to influence new product development and innovation.
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  • Varied project work across design, development, and manufacturing.
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  • Stable, growing business with long-term career prospects.
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  • Supportive and collaborative working environment.
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To apply, please submit your CV today for a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity.