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Product Design Engineer

  • Freelance
  • London, UK
  • 320-400 £ / Day

Bring your mechanical design expertise to the forefront as a Product Design Engineer, working on innovative consumer electronics in London. You’ll collaborate with specialist teams to solve complex challenges and develop functional prototypes in a fast-paced environment. This 3-month project (scope to extend) offers £320–£400/day (outside IR35), hybrid flexibility (2–3 days onsite), and an immediate start.

Scope of the Engagement

As a Product Design Engineer, you will provide specialist mechanical design services to progress consumer electronics from concept development through to tooling readiness.

  • Deliver mechanical designs and iterative solutions for consumer electronics.

  • Build and test prototypes to resolve airflow, ergonomics, and mechanical challenges.

  • Liaise with China-based teams to support detailed design and DFM.

  • Provide Creo CAD models and clear technical documentation for project reviews.

  • Manage agreed workstreams independently to meet defined project milestones.

Key Skills and Experience Required

  • Proven mechanical design experience in consumer products (consumer electronics preferred).

  • Proficiency in Creo; SolidWorks expertise considered where applicable.

  • Strong knowledge of plastic injection moulding and high-volume manufacturing.

  • Demonstrated hands-on prototyping and iterative testing skills.

  • Available to attend site 2+ days weekly, bringing own expertise and tools where appropriate.

Rate and Deliverables

  • £320–£400 per day (outside IR35, depending on experience).

  • Hybrid: 2–3 days onsite (Tues/Weds preferred).

  • Creo license and IT equipment provided for project execution.

  • Dynamic, collaborative environment with rapid development cycles.

  • Initial 3-month project with potential for further engagements.

This engagement is ideal for a Product Design Engineer who thrives on practical problem-solving and enjoys delivering tangible results in a high-velocity setting. You’ll work alongside fellow Product Design Engineers and in-house specialists to bring complex products to life. With autonomy and clearly defined deliverables, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact quickly.

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