Development Engineer

Position: Development Engineer (Permanent)
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 Solid Works.
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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