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Mark Everitt (Team Leader) in blue shirt having photo taken at Prime Appointments Head office in Witham

Mark Everitt

Team Leader

Product Development Manager

£45,000 - £55,000 p/a

Permanent

Colchester, Essex

Product Development Manager - Engineering | Colchester | Salary: £55,000

We're recruiting a Product Development Manager for a leading UK manufacturer of dust and fume extraction systems. This is a hands-on, full-lifecycle role - ideal for someone who enjoys designing industrial products from the ground up.

As Product Development Manager, you'll manage everything from concept research and CAD design to testing, supplier engagement, and product launch - playing a key role in shaping the next generation of air filtration systems used by major UK manufacturers.

Key responsibilities:

  • Research and apply new technologies
  • Design and prototype products to British Standards
  • Source suppliers and third-party solutions
  • Conduct testing and create full documentation
  • Support product marketing and launch activity
  • Act as the internal technical expert

Requirements:

  • Degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering
  • Strong product development background
  • Experience with HVAC, filtration, or similar systems
  • Skilled in SolidWorks or Inventor
  • Confident with supplier engagement and documentation

Great Benefits to working for this company include:

  • 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • 1pm finish on a Friday

If you feel like you meet the above criteria & would like to be considered for this Operations Manager position, please apply with your CV and contact Mark at Prime Appointments for a confidential chat.

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Date: 2nd June 2025

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