Product Engineer - Testing, Investigation & Product Development

Product Engineer Testing, Investigation & Product Improvement South Kent £35,000 - £50,000 DOE + bens + progression A product fails. A component changes. A supplier issue threatens production. You are the Engineer who works out why - and what happens next. We are recruiting exclusively for an established international organisation seeking a practical, commercially aware Engineer to support and improve an established product range. This is not a pure design role. You will investigate technical problems, test solutions, manage changes and work across engineering, quality, manufacturing and supply chain to keep products performing. The role * Investigate product, component and manufacturing issues through to resolution * Plan and carry out engineering tests, then interpret and document the results * Support product changes, improvements and corrective actions * Review drawings, specifications and technical documentation, using CAD when required * Work with internal teams and external suppliers in the UK and internationally * Take ownership of technical actions and keep projects moving You must have: * Professional engineering experience in a product, manufacturing or similarly technical environment * At least a degree level qualification in a relevant Mechanical Engineering discipline * Strong fault-finding, testing and analytical skills * Confidence interpreting engineering drawings, specifications and technical data * Some CAD experience and the practical judgement to know when a design change is needed * A structured, proactive approach with the confidence to question, investigate and take ownership * Experience in a highly regulated, quality-led industry * The Right to Work in the UK permanently without sponsorship What is on offer * £35,000 - £50,000, depending on experience * Generous benefits package * Hybrid working with regular time at the Kent office (you must live in Kent or be happy to relocate) * Varied work across problem-solving, testing, product improvement and technical projects * International exposure within a specialist team backed by a larger global organisation Scope to take on greater technical ownership as your experience develops This opportunity can flex around your level. A capable Engineer can grow into broader responsibility, while a more experienced hire can lead complex projects and technical decisions from the outset. Please note: this is not a graduate role. Applicants must have unrestricted UK working rights, a full UK driving licence and their own transport. Sponsorship is not available