Location: Saffron Walden Job Type: Permanent Hours: Monday-Friday, 9.00-17.30 Salary: Competitive Job Reference: 35906 Polytec are seeking a Senior Design and Development Engineer to take innovative concepts from early prototype through to refined, manufacturable products. This is a hands-on, multidisciplinary role ideal for an engineer who loves building, experimenting, problem-solving and rapidly iterating within workshop and RandD environments. Responsibilities - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, prototype and develop new products - Use CAD software to produce detailed designs, refine concepts and support rapid prototyping - Build, test and iterate physical prototypes to improve performance and reliability - Solve complex engineering challenges with practical, creative solutions - Improve product durability, efficiency, manufacturability and overall design - Work hands-on in workshop and RandD facilities to accelerate product development cycles Requirements - Strong hands-on engineering skills and a passion for building and problem-solving - Proficiency with CAD software - Solid understanding of engineering principles and the ability to learn new tools and systems quickly - Experience taking products from concept through prototype to production - Proactive, self-driven mindset with excellent teamwork and communication skills - Must be able to work onsite in workshop/RandD facilities five days a week Please contact us as soon as possible for more detai