Product Innovation Engineer

Product Innovation Engineer

Job Reference: TA2905A

Location:

Whitstable, Kent

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

40 hours per week

Salary:
Competitive + Benefits

Engineer the Future of Accessible Mobility

Are you passionate about designing innovative products that make a real difference? Our client is a global leader in wheelchair passenger safety and accessibility solutions, looking for a creative and hands‑on Product Innovation Engineer to help shape the next generation of mobility and vehicle accessibility technology.

From prototype development and testing to advanced vehicle integration, this is your chance to work on meaningful engineering projects that improve safety, independence, and quality of life for people around the world.

• Designing and developing cutting‑edge mobility and vehicle adaptation systems
• Creating prototypes using CAD, fabrication, and rapid prototyping methods
• Supporting products from concept through to production release
• Collaborating with engineering teams across the UK, US, and Sweden
• Participating in crash testing, durability testing, and validation activities
• Driving innovation and continuous improvement across the engineering function

• Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical, Automotive, or Product Design Engineering
• Experience in product development, R&D, or prototype engineering
• Strong hands‑on engineering and problem‑solving skills
• Experience with 3D CAD software such as Solid Works
• Passion for innovation, accessibility, and meaningful product design
• Proactive, results‑driven mindset with excellent teamwork skills

• Work on products that genuinely improve people's lives
• Join an innovative international engineering team
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Early finish every Friday
• Opportunity to influence exciting future technologies

All applicants will be assessed solely on their suitability for the role, without regard to age, gender, disability, ethnicity, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.

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