via reed · 1 June 2026 ·4 days ago

Design Engineer

Michael Page Engineering & Manufacturing
Newcastle Upon Tyne Full-time GBP 45,000 – 50,000
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A highly innovative Design Engineer role focused on driving new product development within electromechanical systems. You'll own the full lifecycle from concept through to production, playing a key role in launching brand-new products to market.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established engineering business known for developing technically advanced, market-leading products. With a strong pipeline of new product introduction activity, they are investing in design capability to support future growth and innovation.

Description

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead end-to-end NPD projects, from concept generation through to manufacture.

  • Design and develop electromechanical products using CAD, supported by FEA.

  • Respond to legislative and regulatory changes by driving product updates and redesigns.

  • Work closely with cross-functional teams including manufacturing and supply chain.

  • Support product management activity across new and existing product lines.

  • Ensure designs are optimised for manufacture across moulding, fabrication and metal forming processes.

  • Contribute to the development of new technologies and product innovation strategies.

Profile

The successful candidate:

  • Proven experience driving NPD/NPI projects within an engineering/manufacturing environment.

  • Strong background in electromechanical product design.

  • Experience using CAD, with exposure to simulation tools such as FEA.

  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes including moulding, fabrication and metal forming.

  • Commercially aware, with an understanding of product lifecycle and product management.

  • Proactive and motivated, ideally looking for a fresh challenge in a highly innovative environment.

  • Suitable for both mid-level engineers and more senior individuals (with potential to support junior hires).

Job Offer

What's on offer:

  • Salary: £45,000 - £50,000.

  • Competitive holidays and pension offering.

  • Electric vehicle scheme.

  • Opportunity to work on brand-new product development initiatives.

  • Clear progression pathway within an expanding design team.

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