Product Developer

Job Title

Product Developer

Worcester

£32,000 - £40,000 depending on experience

Permanent, Full Time

Monday Friday 37.5 hours per week, Hybrid (1 day WFH)

25 days holiday, with an extra 5 days after 10 years employment.
Company Pension Scheme, Free onsite parking, opportunity to attend company events

We are seeking an experienced Product Developer with a strong technical background. This is a hands‑on role where your expertise in textiles, compliance, and innovation will directly impact product performance and safety.

• Develop & manage the full product lifecycle.
• Conduct research on fabrics, materials, treatments, and emerging market trends.
• Prepare technical specifications and certification documentation.
• Work with factories and testing partners to ensure compliance and quality.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Operations to support product launches.
• Monitor industry standards and ensure products meet relevant EN/ISO certifications.

• Knowledge of relevant standards (EN ISO 20471, EN 343, ISO 13688, RIS 3279).
• Strong technical skills in textiles, fabric testing, and garment development.
• Experience with Adobe Illustrator or similar for technical flats.
• Familiarity with global supply chains and regulatory environments.
• Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple projects.

If you feel that your skills and experience meet the required specification and this is the position you have been looking for then do not hesitate in clicking 'APPLY NOW'.

Due to the high number of applications we receive, we are sometimes not able to respond directly to each candidate. If you haven't been contacted within 14 days of your application, unfortunately you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Next Generation and the relevant client related to this vacancy.