Contract Design Engineer - SolidWorks IR35 Status: Out Hourly - Circa £40 DOE Contract Term - 2 months Location - Hybrid, Cambridge We're proud to be supporting a global leader in premium styling tools and beauty technology, renowned for combining innovation with professional performance. With a strong heritage in science and design, the team develops cutting-edge products that empower individuals to look and feel their best every day. We are seeking an experienced Contract Design Engineer with strong SolidWorks skills and a background in injection moulding and surface modelling. You'll work closely with the industrial design team to refine and prepare components for manufacture. Responsibilities, but are not limited to Collaborate with the industrial design team to translate conceptual designs into manufacturable 3D models Refine and develop existing SolidWorks models, working closely with Industrial Designers and products with high cosmetic demands Apply DFM principles to optimise components for injection moulding Conduct surface modelling to support both cosmetic and functional design elements Identify and resolve design issues from previous modelling work Contribute engineering insight to early-stage concept development and proof-of-principle prototypes Maintain clear documentation of design iterations and decisions Attend on-site meetings (minimum two days per week) to align with cross-functional teamsExperiences required Proficient in SolidWorks for mechanical design and surface modelling Strong understanding of injection moulding and DFM principles Ability to refine conceptual models into production-ready components Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision High attention to detail, especially in cosmetic and functional design aspectsFurther Information 40 Hours P/W | Monday to Friday | Flexible Hours | Hybrid 3 Days Remote