New Product Development Engineer

Job Description:

Company

W Talent Engineering are engaged on a search basis with Diversitech based in Nottinghamshire to find a New Product Development Engineer, Diversitech is an innovative engineering solutions provider, known for delivering high-quality, technically advanced products across multiple industries. Based in Nottinghamshire, they pride themselves on a collaborative culture and continuous investment in product innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Role Overview

As a New Product Development Engineer, you will play a vital dual-role that bridges engineering and product management. You'll be responsible for the end-to-end development of new and enhanced products, ensuring they meet market demand, installation needs, and regulatory compliance. Your input will also shape the direction of Diversitech's offering across air conditioning, refrigeration, boiler, and heat pump technologies.

Key Responsibilities

New Product Development

• Lead the development of new and enhanced products - from concept to launch - including specification, design, technical documentation, packaging, and installation guidance.
• Work cross-functionally with purchasing and manufacturing to assess make-or-buy options and ensure product manufacturability and cost efficiency.
• Produce detailed CAD designs, drawings, and prototypes.
• Coordinate verification, validation, and testing to meet product and compliance requirements.
• Ensure products meet current and evolving building regulations and industry standards.

Product Management & Technical Support

• Respond to customer queries (via Customer Service) relating to over 4,500 SKUs - including feedback from field engineers, consultants, branch staff, and technical partners.
• Develop deep product knowledge to support matching or developing alternatives for OEM HVAC, refrigeration, boiler, and heat pump equipment.
• Understand installer applications and field usage to identify enhancement opportunities and product gaps.
• Assess customer requests for new products, conduct market sizing, and prepare investment justifications to support NPD business cases.

Documentation & Communication

• Approve all marketing and technical materials - including data sheets, installation guides, packaging, and catalogues - from a technical and accuracy standpoint.
• Create best practice content and instructional materials (including video) to demonstrate product advantages.
• Liaise with US and European Product Managers to align regional product strategies and future development efforts.

Industry Engagement

• Stay informed on market trends, technologies, and regulatory changes to futureproof Diversitech's portfolio.
• Participate in UK and European technical working groups to influence and align product development with future industry requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design Engineering, or similar technical discipline is preferred
• Minimum 3 years of experience in new product development or technical product management in a relevant industry.
• Working knowledge of HVAC systems (air conditioning, boilers, heat pumps, refrigeration), including installation, application, and compliance would be advantageous but not essential
• Strong project management capabilities with ability to manage multiple developments simultaneously.
• Proficiency in CAD (e.g. SolidWorks, Creo) and familiarity with DFMA principles.
• Excellent communication skills, able to liaise with customers, internal teams, and international colleagues.
• Detail-oriented, with a structured approach to product documentation, testing, and approval.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• A collaborative and technically stimulating environment
• Opportunities to shape the future of our product range across UK, Europe and beyond