Overview

Senior Design Engineer - High-Tech Consumer Products

Innovative Product Design | Mechanical & Electromechanical Focus | Low Volume, High Value

We are proud to be working exclusively with a leading UK-based manufacturer renowned for developing cutting-edge consumer products for a global market. The company is a specialist in the design and production of premium, high-specification, electrically powered equipment and accessories used by consumers worldwide.

As part of their continued investment in R&D and product development, they are seeking a Senior Design Engineer to join their growing engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a business that champions innovation, intelligent technology, and sleek product design.

This role would ideally suit a design engineer experienced in the development of low-volume, high-value consumer electronics and electromechanical products.

Location: South East - Kent or surrounding

Salary: £50-70K DOE + Pension + 25 days annual leave (plus BH 33 days total) + Discounts on Company Products + Free onsite parking + Hybrid Working (after qualifying period)

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies including frames, folding mechanisms, and drive systems
• Produce accurate CAD models and technical drawings using SolidWorks
• Conduct tolerance analyses, DFM reviews, and create supporting technical documentation
• Lead design validation activities including FMEA and field trials
• Collaborate with UK and overseas suppliers to ensure product manufacturability and readiness for production
• Support tooling design, inspection planning, and introduction into production
• Mentor junior members of the team and support continuous product improvement initiatives
• A basic understanding of electronics, GPS, Bluetooth, or electrical systems is desirable (not essential)

Qualifications

• Experience in the development of low-volume, high-value consumer electronics and electromechanical products

Benefits

Location: South East - Kent or surrounding

Salary: £50-70K DOE + Pension + 25 days annual leave (plus BH 33 days total) + Discounts on Company Products + Free onsite parking + Hybrid Working (after qualifying period)