Product Design Engineer

A growing technology company is looking for a freelance design engineer to support the development and production scaling of innovative consumer products.

This is a North West UK-based, part-time contract, Outside IR35 with a competitive hourly rate. The successful applicant will be working with a small multidisciplinary team across concept development, prototyping, supplier coordination, and manufacturing readiness.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and refine product and packaging concepts for manufacture
Produce CAD models, technical drawings, and prototype specifications
Support testing and production integration activities
Coordinate suppliers and partners
Assist with tooling, assembly methods, and production process improvements
Help transition products from prototype through manufacture to scaled production

Experience Required

Background in product design, mechanical engineering, or packaging development
Experience working with manufacturers and production environments
Strong Solidworks experience
Understanding of DFM and manufacturing processes
Practical hands-on prototyping and problem-solving abilityFor further information please reach out to Max Martin at Tank Recruitment
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed