Product Design Engineer – Harlow, Essex
Join a global leader in sports innovation as a Product Design Engineer in Harlow, Essex. You’ll help shape the future of sports products and accessories, blending design creativity with mechanical precision. Offering a salary of £30,000–£35,000 plus private medical insurance, a bonus scheme, and travel opportunities, this role promises real-world impact in a niche, craft-led industry.
Scope of the Role:
Your mission is to design premium sports products and accessories from concept to production, balancing creativity and manufacturability.
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Own product development from initial concept through to manufacturing handover.
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Produce high-precision CAD models and engineering drawings using NX.
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Prototype and test products, iterating for performance and manufacturability.
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Collaborate directly with athletes and internal creative teams.
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Support broader innovation across wallets, carry cases, and tech-enabled ranges.
Key Skills and Experience Required:
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Degree in Product Design Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar discipline.
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Proven experience designing mechanical or consumer products in CAD (NX, SolidWorks, or Creo).
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Strong understanding of DFM, CNC machining, injection moulding, and die casting.
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Practical prototyping and hands-on testing skills with workshop tools.
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Exposure to KeyShot and Adobe Creative Suite for visualisation and concept presentation.
Salary and Benefits:
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£30,000–£35,000 basic salary.
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Private medical insurance.
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Company-wide bonus scheme.
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Access to rapid prototyping facilities and workshop tools.
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Occasional travel opportunities to manufacturing facilities in China.
You’ll be joining an award-winning sports innovation business with a global reputation for craftsmanship and cutting-edge design. Based in Harlow, their small, creative team works closely with professional athletes, creating products trusted by millions worldwide. The culture is hands-on, collaborative, and fuelled by a genuine passion for engineering, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement, offering a fantastic platform for a Product Design Engineer to develop and make a real impact.
How to Apply:
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