Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
County Durham
Summary: The role of Product Design Engineer Product Specialist involves leading complex mechanical design and development assignments within a senior-level contract position. Based in Darlington, the position requires specialized knowledge in engineering principles and design practices to create optimized design concepts and specifications. The role is hybrid, allowing for both onsite and remote work, and is expected to extend beyond the initial six-month contract.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead design and development for complex engineering assignments.
- Apply specialized knowledge to create optimized design concepts and specifications.
- Lead cross-functional design integration and decision-making (Critical Design Decisions, Design Reviews).
- Provide technical guidance and support within project teams.
Key Skills:
- Proven Senior or Lead Engineer equivalent work experience.
- Strong ownership of Engine system or component development.
- Expert 3D CAD Modelling and design skills (Creo experience is mandatory).
- Mandatory experience with Engine component or system analysis.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a relevant technical discipline.
Salary (Rate): £53.00 Hourly
City: Darlington
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: Engineering
Product Design Engineer Product Specialist - Mechanical CAD (Contract)
Darlington (Hybrid: 3 days Onsite/2 days Remote)
Initial 6 Months (Expected to extend long-term through Aug 2026 and beyond)
Join a leading industrial organization at their Darlington site as a Product Design Engineer. This is a senior-level, product-focused contract role where you will apply specialised knowledge of engineering principles and design practices to lead complex mechanical design and development assignments.
You will be responsible for creating optimized design concepts and mechanical design specifications for products, parts, components, and systems, ensuring they meet rigorous standards for performance, reliability, durability, and serviceability.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead design and development for complex engineering assignments.
- Apply specialized knowledge to create optimized design concepts and specifications.
- Lead cross-functional design integration and decision-making (Critical Design Decisions, Design Reviews).
- Provide technical guidance and support within project teams.
Must-Have Competencies:
- Proven Senior or Lead Engineer equivalent work experience.
- Strong ownership of Engine system or component development.
- Expert 3D CAD Modelling and design skills (Creo experience is mandatory).
- Mandatory experience with Engine component or system analysis.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a relevant technical discipline.
If you are an experienced Mechanical Design specialist seeking a high-impact, long-term contract with a hybrid work structure, please apply directly or contact us today to discuss the hourly rate and full job specification.