Development Engineer

Location Hull
Discipline: Engineering, Manufacturing & Production, Design R&D and Projects
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £36,000 to £40,000
Contact name: Paul

Contact email: paul@cprec.co.uk
Job ref: 889892
Published: about 10 hours ago
Consortium Professional Recruitment is delighted to be supporting our client, a well-established manufacturing business, as they recruit a Product Development Engineer.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a small but dedicated engineering team where your insights and technical creativity will influence product design, trials, and process efficiency.

The Opportunity:
As a Product Development Engineer you’ll play a key role in:
  • Supporting the engineering team with design analysis, including traditional calculation methods and using FEA and CFD techniques to evolve products.
  • Planning and conducting trials at both international customer sites and the group’s R&D facility in Europe, focusing on materials wear and process improvement.
  • Preparing and maintaining technical documentation to ensure CE and UKCA machinery compliance.
  • Collaborating with project and sales teams to identify customer requirements and reverse-engineer equipment when necessary.
  • Producing and updating technical drawings and specifications for internal and supplier use.
  • Your work will directly contribute to driving technical innovation, enhancing product reliability, and delivering excellence to clients globally.
About You:
We’re looking for someone who can bring:
  • A relevant engineering qualification with sound understanding of mechanical design and process plant requirements.
  • Experience with 2D and 3D CAD systems, ideally SolidWorks.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently as well as in a team.
  • A proactive attitude with the flexibility to travel internationally.
  • Desirable: Experience with machining processes, wear-resistant materials, or additional language skills.
The Benefits and Package:
In return, you’ll enjoy:
  • Salary £36,000 - £40,000
  • Opportunity to work in a collaborative and technically stimulating environment.
  • Flexible working (minimum two-thirds of time based in the Hull office post-training).
  • International travel to support global clients and projects.
  • Commitment to a supportive, inclusive company culture where your ideas matter.
How to Apply:
This exciting Product Development Engineer opportunity is being managed by Consortium Professional Recruitment, a trusted recruitment partner. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV attached.
  
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