Design & Production Engineer Ipswich IRO £45,000 depending on experience Are you an engineer who enjoys both designing machinery and getting hands-on in production? Do you want to see your designs built, tested and commissioned, not just sit on a screen? We are recruiting for a long-established UK manufacturer of specialist processing equipment with a worldwide customer base. Due to continued growth, they are looking for a Design & Production Engineer to join their technical team and play a key role in designing, building and delivering bespoke machinery. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a true engineering position, combining design office work with practical, shop-floor involvement. The Role of Design Engineer: You will be involved throughout the full lifecycle of each project, from concept and design through to build, test and commissioning. Key responsibilities: * Design special purpose machinery using 3D CAD (Inventor) and 2D AutoCAD * Produce drawings, layouts, BOMs and technical documentation * Work closely with production, supporting the build and assembly of machines * Get hands-on in the workshop to assist with fitting, testing and fault finding * Manage projects from order to commissioning * Carry out in-house testing and factory trials * Support site surveys and commissioning when required * Maintain tec...