Product Design Engineer

BLK BOX is a leading manufacturer of strength equipment, trusted by global brands, elite sports teams, and fitness professionals. We believe strength training transforms lives — physically and mentally — and our mission is to create world-class training environments that drive real results.

About the Job:

We’re hiring a Design Engineer to support our Product & Engineering team with custom design work, technical engineering support, and end-stage product development. You’ll work closely with our commercial, factory, and product teams to turn ideas into clear, buildable solutions — from bespoke rig designs and gym configurations to engineering updates and production documentation.

This role is ideal for someone technically strong, process-savvy, and comfortable moving between client-focused problem-solving and hands-on engineering support. 

 

💼 Responsibilities - Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinate project timelines, trackers, and action plans across the full product lifecycle - from concept to launch 
  
• Design custom gym equipment solutions and configurations to meet client briefs and site requirements. 
  
• Support the commercial team with technical drawings, layout plans, and sales support documents. 
  
• Produce and maintain 3D CAD models, technical drawings, BOMs, and supporting documentation. 
  
• Contribute to the back end of product development - preparing handover packs, installation guides, and drawing releases. 
  
• Collaborate with factory teams and suppliers to resolve technical questions and support DFM. 
  
• Assist with engineering change requests, product improvements, and version control.
  
• Support product testing, compliance checks, and ISO documentation processes. 
  
• Contribute to drawing library management and the upkeep of our product database.
  
• Provide general engineering support across the department as needed.
  

 

🌟 The Ideal Candidate - You'd be the perfect fit if you are/have:

• 1+ years professional experience in a design engineering role
  
• Proficient in 3D CAD systems (SolidWorks preferred), with strong skills in assemblies, layouts, weldments, and parts drawings.
  
• Experience producing client-facing or sales-support drawings and custom layouts.
  
• Comfortable interpreting technical briefs and adapting existing designs to meet client needs. 
  
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes – especially steel fabrication, welding, and powder coating.
  
• Methodical and detail-orientated, able to ensure drawing and BOM accuracy.
  
• Excellent communication skills adapting approach when liaising with sales team, factory staff, and suppliers.
  
• Organised and responsive, with the ability to manage multiple custom requests at once.
  
• Passionate about fitness, strength training, and quality. 
  

 

🏅 Desirable Skills/Experiences

• Experience designing strength or fitness equipment, custom fabrications, or commercial fit-outs.
  
• Background in Mechanical Engineering, Product-Design Engineering, or similar.
  
• Familiarity with architectural layout tools or ability to read architectural drawings.
  
• Experience supporting installation teams.
  
• Experience working closely with a factory production or operations team. 
  

 

🚀 Why Work for BLK BOX - Join BLK BOX and benefit from:

• The Mission: Be part of a forward-thinking company leading the industry in fitness innovation.
  
• Recognition and Rewards: Monthly & Annual rewards and recognition for superior performance.
  
• Collaborative Environment: Work in a collaborative environment that fosters teamwork and accountability.
  
• Impactful Work: The opportunity to work for a company that positively impacts people's lives.
  
• Career Growth: Fantastic training opportunities and long-term career progression aligned with our strategic growth plans.
  
• Perks: Enjoy cool perks such as our on-site gym, staff discount, quarterly team days, health care cashback plan, team lunches, unlimited coffee, and fruit, plus take your birthday off each year and more!
  

 

📩 To Apply

Please submit a one-page cover letter along with your CV to careers@blkboxfitness.com. Portfolios will be accepted but are not essential.

Use the cover letter to showcase your personality and tell us why you want to work for BLK BOX in this role. Let us know what attracts you to this job and how you plan to contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional customer experiences.