Lead Product Design Engineer
Lead Product Design EngineerBased in BristolUp to £57,000 + bonus + strong packageIf you’re an Engineer who wants more ownership, more visibility, and a product you can genuinely influence, this is worth a look.This isn’t a narrow role. You’ll sit at the centre of a Command & Control system, the part that thinks, decides, and drives the capability of the entire system.You’ll lead design across hardware and software, work across multiple programmes, and see your decisions move from concept through to delivery.Recent export success means real investment, new customers, and complex integration challenges. It’s a chance to step into a leadership role where your input genuinely shapes the product.What you’ll be doing:Leading a small team delivering system and software designDriving hardware and software integration across the productTranslating requirements into robust design baselinesWorking across the full engineering lifecycle, from concept to testEngaging with stakeholders across systems, software, and project teamsWhat you’ll bring:Software design experience within a complex product environmentAbility to lead small teamsUnderstanding of the full development lifecycle (V-model)Experience with tools such as DOORS, Rhapsody, or similarAbility to lead, influence, and solve complex technical problemsStrong background in requirements, design, and integrationWhy this role:High-impact product at the heart of the systemReal technical ownership, not just coordinationStrong benefits package including bonus, overtime, pension up to 14%, and flexi leaveLong-term programme stability with ongoing investmentSecurity clearance requirements mean you'll hold British Citizenship or Dual Nationality with British citizenship.If you want to move from contributing to owning, this is a strong step.
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