Design Engineer
An established engineering and manufacturing business based in Portsmouth is looking for aDesign Engineer to join its expanding technical team. With a strong reputation in the aerospace and defence sectors, the company delivers advanced engineering solutions and is committed to developing its employees skills and careers.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated Design Engineer to work on projects from initial concept through to production, contributing to the development of high-quality, safety-critical products. You ll collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring designs are robust, cost-effective and compliant with industry standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop design concepts and create detailed manufacturing drawings.
* Produce technical documentation, reports, and presentations for internal and client reviews.
* Support testing activities, including defining and witnessing qualification tests.
* Collaborate with engineers, project teams, and management to ensure designs meet requirements.
* Contribute to bids and proposals, ensuring design work is delivered on time and within budget.
What You ll Need:
* Strong skills in 2D and 3D CAD modelling (SolidWorks essential).
* Good understanding of manufacturing processes and material properties, including fatigue and load considerations.
* Ability to create and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
* Confident in producing technical reports and presenting to stakeholders.
* Experience with aerospace, defence, or other safety-critical industries is preferred; knowledge of airworthiness or electrical systems is a bonus.
Qualifications & Experience:
* HND, Degree, or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
* Experience gained in safety-critical sectors such as aerospace, defence, transport, marine, or medical devices.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
What s on Offer:
* A salary of GBP40,000-GBP45,000, depending on experience.
* 4.5-day working week with flexible hours.
* Ongoing training and personal development support.
* Career progression opportunities within a dynamic engineering environment.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply with your CV today.
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