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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in product development, including design, testing, and compliance with industry standards. Proficient in technical documentation and collaboration across engineering, R&D, and manufacturing teams to enhance product functionality and reliability.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Mechanical Engineering DegreeProduct DevelopmentCAD Tools (SolidWorks, Creo)Verification and Validation TestingCompliance Assessments
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Hard Skills
Product DesignEngineering PrinciplesTechnical DocumentationTroubleshootingFailure Mode AnalysisRisk AssessmentsCost-Reduction StrategiesManufacturability ImprovementPrototype DevelopmentQuality Improvement
Soft Skills
Analytical MindsetGood Communication SkillsProactive AttitudeAttention to DetailCuriosity
Tools & Technologies
SolidWorksCreo
Certifications & Qualifications
SC Clearance Eligibility
Industry Keywords
V-Model ValidationSafety RegulationsIndustry StandardsProduct FunctionalityManufacturing Processes
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesAssembly
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Assist in the design, development, and testing of new products aligned with customer and business needs
- Support V-Model validation and verification processes throughout development
- Collaborate with R&D, design, and manufacturing teams to improve product functionality and manufacturability
- Conduct product analysis, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to quality, reliability, and performance improvements
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, including engineering requirements, specifications, and reports
- Assist with compliance assessments against industry standards, safety regulations, and company guidelines
- Identify cost-reduction opportunities while maintaining product integrity and regulatory compliance
- Create and update production and quality documentation for manufacturing and assembly
- Assist with verification and validation testing before full-scale production
- Participate in and document early prototype and production builds, incorporating lessons learned
- Support failure mode analysis and risk assessments to improve product robustness
- Report to the Design Manager
Requirements
What you’ll need- A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience
- Strong interest in product development and willingness to participate in all stages from concept to production
- Basic understanding of engineering principles and design processes
- Familiarity with CAD tools such as SolidWorks or Creo is a plus, but not required
- Analytical mindset and desire to understand how things work and how they can be improved
- Comfortable working hands-on with physical products, prototypes, testing, and builds
- Good written and verbal communication skills for documenting work and collaborating across teams
- Proactive attitude and confidence to ask questions, seek feedback, and take ownership of tasks
- Self-starting attitude and eagerness to learn and grow
- Curiosity and enthusiasm for solving problems and improving products
- Strong attention to detail and methodical approach
- Willingness to work hands-on and collaboratively across design, R&D, and manufacturing teams
- Flexibility and resilience in a fast-paced, evolving environment
- Must be eligible for SC clearance
Benefits
Comp & perks- Flexible, hybrid-working model, with an average 3 days in the office each week (dependent on the role)
- Flexibility and support for part-time working requirements
- Workplace adjustments for applicants
- Disability Confident Committed employer support
- Opportunity to discuss flexibility and workplace adjustments during recruitment