Product Development Technician

Job Description:

Product Development Technician – Nuneaton

Join a company that’s shaping the future of safe access solutions! Rapid Access Ltd is expanding due to strong growth and exciting new product development projects. As a Product Development Technician, you’ll enjoy a bonus scheme, funded training to grow your skills, and the chance to work on innovative engineering projects in a collaborative, hands-on environment.

About the Role

We’re looking for a technically minded individual to support our product development team with the design, drafting, and technical delivery of new and existing products. You’ll create and maintain AutoCAD 2D and Solidwords 3D drawings, assist with prototypes and testing, and play a key role in bringing design ideas to life.

This is an on-site role based at our Jodrell facility, offering full-time hours:
Monday–Thursday, 8:30am–5:00pm, and Friday 8:30am–4:00pm.

What You’ll Do

• Create and update 2D and 3D drawings in AutoCAD to support product design and manufacturing.
• Prepare technical drawings, schematics, and assembly instructions.
• Support the team with technical queries and provide input during design stages.
• Maintain drawing files, revision history, and documentation in line with company standards.
• Assist with prototype builds, testing, and product evaluations.
• Liaise with suppliers and contractors to gather technical information or resolve design issues

What We’re Looking For

• Proficiency in AutoCAD (2D essential, Solidworks 3D desirable).
• Understanding of engineering principles and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Collaborative, organised, and eager to learn new skills.
• Hands-on approach with a proactive problem-solving mindset.

(Experience in sheet metal design is beneficial but not essential — training will be provided.)

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Rapid Access Ltd, we believe in rewarding talent and investing in people.
Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Competitive salary: £29,406 per annum
• Bonus Scheme performance related, OTE £3000 per annum bonus.
• Funded training courses to develop your personal and professional skills.
• Sick pay after successful probation.
• Paid lunch every Friday – unwind and connect with your team.
• Birthday Bonus and a tree planted in your name to celebrate!
• Extra holidays after 5 years’ service.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for your wellbeing.
• Regular social events and a Christmas shutdown to recharge.
• Company pension scheme.

About Rapid Access Ltd

Based in Nuneaton, Rapid Access Ltd designs and manufactures innovative access solutions, providing trusted, high-quality products for clients across industries. With a focus on innovation, sustainability, and people-first values, we’re proud to have built a reputation for quality and reliability in the engineering and manufacturing sector.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and work in a supportive, forward-thinking team – Click to Apply.