661 Mechanical Engineers jobs in Huddersfield

ABOUT THE ROLE

My client is looking for a Product Development Specialist  to take ownership of the creative and commercial development of product ranges across assigned brands and categories. You’ll become a recognised market expert, curating seasonal collections, delivering trend-led products ahead of competitors, and responding to customer-specific briefs with speed, quality, and cost efficiency. You’ll also ensure the continuous improvement of our core everyday lines, keeping them fresh and competitive in the market.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create commercially viable product ranges that meet brand and customer requirements.
li>Identify and evaluate suppliers, building strong relationships.
• Negotiate competitive pricing and ensure margin targets are met.
• Maintain accurate pricing and specifications with the Product Admin team.
• Review and approve all product, packaging, and presentation artwork.
• Ensure all details are accurate to achieve “right first time” sampling.
• Manage product timelines through to PPS approval. Approve samples in line with specifications.
• Conduct regular competitive shopping to identify trends, formats, pricing, and opportunities. Present insights to inform product strategy and range development.

ABOUT THE CANDIDATE

To be considered for this role, you must have previous experience in a similar product-focused or Buying role where you have gained the following skills:

• Strong commercial awareness.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Confident numerical and data analysis abilities.
• Strong presentation and negotiation skills.
• Passion for innovative and distinctive product development.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Creative, curious, and trend-aware.
• Decisive under pressure and effective at problem-solving.

The role will be office-based in the Manchester area, so you must also live within a commutable distance to this location.

ABOUT THE CLIENT

My client is an established, progressive and continuously growing Manchester-based business. This is your chance to shape market-leading product ranges from concept to launch, working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. You’ll play a vital role in driving innovation, quality, and commercial success while becoming a recognised expert in your category.

SALARY

£30,000 - £35,000 DOE

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER

LEEDS

PERMANENT

Our client, a engineering business with a global footprint, have a exciting new position for a Development Engineer to join their team.

As the Product Development Engineer, you will be expected to work as part of a team to solve complex fluid power related problems, there will be an emphasis on new product development, but also to develop and enhance existing products.In this role, the ideal candidate will be able to collaborate and work as part of an engineering team, youwill also spend a portion of yourtime in a hands on production environment. The ideal product development engineer will also be working with external customers which may sometimes require travel to their location.

Experience in high pressure hydraulic piston pump or valve experience is a must, and you must have proven experience in thisfield.

Product Design and Development

• Design and development of hydraulic components and systems
• Create detailed 3D models and 2D drawings using advanced CAD software
• Utilize simulation software such as CFD and FEA
• Design systems that optimize energy consumption and performance
• Work with remote monitoring and associated sensors and hardware
• Understand fluid power application requirements in various markets.
• Assist production in analysing failures to determine root cause and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop test procedures and conduct prototype validation testing.
• Work with manufacturing partners and vendors to develop and update production processes and specifications to ensure quality and performance of components.

Candidate

As the ideal product development engineer, your role will be primarily office based (no remote working), you will need to visit/work on the shop floor from time to time, so there is a degree of physical work involved.

You will ideally be degree educated in mechanical engineering, or related, have experience in fluid design or working within fluid power industry, with high pressure hydraulic piston pump or valve experienceand a track record in successful engineering projects.

With all this experience it will be a given that you have the technical and soft skills to be a success in the role.

This is a permanent role where you will be expected to work regular office hours with a lunchtime finish on a Friday ( 36 hours ).

Package

The right product development engineer will be rewarded, the salary will be market leading, as will the benefits package and you will have free parking within walking distance of Leeds centre !

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a forward thinking company that looks after its employees and values their input into the future success of the business.

This vacancy is being advertised by AMF Recruitment Ltd, a specialist recruitment business supporting the Manufacturing Industry.

Role: NPD Technologist

Salary: £30,000 per annum

Hours: 40 hours per week

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, typically 8am – 4pm

Contract: Permanent

Inspired Global Cuisine (IGC)

Inspired Global Cuisine are a frozen ready meal manufacturer based in Gorton, East Manchester. We are an ambitious company who have grown significantly over the last 2 years, now producing over 1million meals a week and have plans to continue to grow. Which includes a re-location to a brand new 369 thousand square foot site in Chadderton, Oldham in early 2026 where we plan to double our volume over the next few years.

We believe in manufacturing excellence - delivered by our brilliant people, innovative products and continuous improvement. We achieve this by working within our core values of being accountable, creative, open and as a team.

We have high standards and encourage our colleagues to be autonomous and authentic to drive our business forward. With a supportive environment we encourage personal and professional development too. You’ll work cross functionally and collaboratively, always strive to be the best and even have some fun along the way.

About the role

In this role, you will support the NPD team in delivering first-to-market, best-in-class quality, inspirational meal solutions. Taking ownership of the end-to-end critical path for product development from concept through to launch. You will be working closely with customers, site teams and parent company to ensure an engaged, and aligned team committed to delivering successful launches.

Key responsibilities:

• Build, support and motivate internal team to ensure all projects remain on critical path timings.
• Manage our food range from concept stage through to handover to process ensuring all products adhere to the critical path stages.
• Responsible for benchmarking and quality of our range
• Responsible for completing all sample submission forms and internal feasibility’s with internal stakeholders
• Ensure projects are costed accurately and hit commercial briefs
• Ensure accurate completion of all paperwork, administration and reports on time as agreed or required by the business
• Deliver, operate and maintain all activities required to ensure food safety, quality, legality and integrity throughout all site production, storage and packaging operations, achieving this through your work

Qualifications and Experience:

Required

• Degree educated with relevant industry experience
• Customer facing experience and understanding of role requirements
• Numerate and literate with strong communication skills
• Proficient IT skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Excellent organisational skills
• Confidentiality and professionalism in all undertakings
• Team player with ability to work autonomously

Desired

• Passion for food, creativity and desire to raise the bar for retail products
• Understanding of 'value for money' principles
• Personal characteristics: highly motivated, accountable self-starter with robust and tenacious attitude
• Sense of fun and excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to build open, cooperative relationships
• Approachable, flexible and methodical approach
• Keen attention to detail
• Determined, enthusiastic and positive attitude
• Keen interest in food and product development

Benefits

Our benefits package includes:

• 25 days holiday, plus 8 days bank holiday and opportunity to purchase an additional week
• Restaurant and retailer discounts
• Healthcare cash plan
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Employee assistance programme – GroceryAid
• Long service awards
• Reward & recognition
• Free parking onsite
• Rewards discount / cashback scheme at over 150 retailers. Categories including shopping, electricals, holidays, restaurants, insurance, and more!

So, if you feel like this is the role for you, and have the experience required, please get in touch by applying now and sending over your CV.

• Lead the design and development of new mechanical products and systems.
• Define product requirements, specifications, and project plans.
• Oversee CAD modeling, simulation, and analysis activities.
• Develop and execute comprehensive testing and validation strategies.
• Manage and mentor a team of product development engineers.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, manufacturing, marketing, and sales.
• Drive continuous improvement in product design and development processes.
• Manage project budgets and schedules to ensure timely delivery.

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in product development and engineering design.
• Proven leadership experience managing engineering projects and teams.
• Expertise in CAD software (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks, Siemens NX) and CAE tools.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials science, and DFM principles.
• Excellent project management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to innovate and bring new products to market.

• Define and articulate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap in alignment with company goals.
• Lead the end-to-end product development process, from ideation and market research to launch and iteration.
• Manage and mentor a team of product managers, fostering their professional growth.
• Conduct in-depth market analysis, competitive research, and customer needs assessment.
• Prioritize product features and backlog based on business value, user needs, and technical feasibility.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, design, marketing, and sales teams to ensure successful product delivery.
• Define product requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
• Oversee the user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design processes.
• Develop and manage product launch plans and go-to-market strategies.
• Track product performance, gather user feedback, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Manage product budgets and ensure efficient resource allocation.
• Communicate product strategy and progress effectively to all levels of the organization.
• Champion agile development practices and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or Master's preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in product management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of successfully launching and scaling products in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
• Expertise in market analysis, competitive intelligence, and customer research.
• Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams in a remote setting.
• Proficiency with product management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Aha!).
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex user needs into actionable product plans.
• Experience in (relevant industry, e.g., SaaS, E-commerce, FinTech) is a plus.

• Lead the mechanical design and development of complex new products.
• Perform detailed engineering calculations, including stress, thermal, and dynamic analysis.
• Utilize advanced CAD and CAE tools for design, simulation, and validation.
• Select appropriate materials and define manufacturing processes for mechanical components.
• Ensure mechanical designs meet performance, reliability, safety, and cost requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical, software, and manufacturing engineering.
• Oversee prototyping, testing, and validation of mechanical designs.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior mechanical engineers.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of engineering design processes and standards.

• Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in mechanical design and product development.
• Demonstrated experience in leading complex engineering projects.
• Expert proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA) and CAE tools (e.g., ANSYS).
• Strong knowledge of material science, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Proven leadership and mentoring skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

More About The Role
We're looking for someone to come and support all product development activity within the various categories of our chilled range. You will ensure the Existing Product Development (EPD) and New Product Development (NPD) end to end processes are completed on time and in full.
You’ll be part of the full Concept to Launch Process. Analysing category data to define areas of opportunity for Morrisons, keeping abreast of the market to ensure Morrisons products are best in class. Carrying out regular benchmarking sessions to ensure targets are being adhered to. The role is mainly based out of Greenside manufacturing site but there will be a need to attend meetings at the Morrisons Head office (also in Bradford) and visit some of the other sites and suppliers. There may also occasionally be a requirement to work the occasional day over the weekends in peak season.
What are the responsibilities for this role?

• Support the concept to launch process
li>Support the NPD Specialist and Manager to deliver the Site Product Development Plan
• Attend customer research listening groups and debriefs
• Deliver concise category analysis from trusted data sources
• Work closely with the operations team to ensure Chilled products are the best in class
• Work in collaboration with technical experts within the business safeguarding the quality of proposed ranges for all of Morrisons customers
• Ensure products produced are profitably priced and meet margin expectations
• Ensure all pricing and samples presented to customers are correctly priced and prepared in a timely manner

About You
First and foremost you will have a passion for food and an eye for detail. You will have knowledge of the chilled market ideally and experience working within the food development process. You will have great relationship building skills being able to connect and work with many stakeholders across the business with the ability to influence. Enthusiasm and drive to deliver results with commercial judgement is also key.
 
 
In return for your hard work we will offer you:

< i>Six weeks holiday (including bank holidays) and a guaranteed day off that's important to you - whether that be a birthday, religious holiday or a special occasion  li>15% discount in our supermarkets and convenience stores available from the day you join us  li>Additional 10% discount card for a Friend or Family member
• Career progression and development opportunities
• Subsidised staff canteen 
li>Competitive pension and life assurance
• Healthcare/Well-being benefits including Aviva Digital GP
• Morrisons MyPerks with discounts at high street shops, cinemas and gyms, and lots more
• Optional Payroll charity donations 
li>A range of family friendly policies including 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave along with neonatal and fertility leave

About The Company
You’ll find a great big welcome here at Myton Food Group - the part of our business that looks after manufacturing, whilst maintaining strong roots within Morrisons Supermarkets.
At Myton Food Group, we have a legacy to be proud of. We’re British farming’s biggest single direct customer. We buy from highly valued suppliers. And we’re passionate about the quality of our food. Today, we have 19 manufacturing sites across the UK, where we pack and process fresh meats and fish, savoury and sweet pies, fruit and veg, flower bouquets, bread and lots more.
We really do stand out in the world of food manufacturing. But what we’re especially proud of is the way we all get stuck in and work as a team, in partnership across our supply chain. Read more about what we do at our Myton Food Group website.